Job summary
Please note, this vacancy is being advertised by One Wight Health Ltd - GP Federation on behalf of Cowes Medical Centre.
Cowes Medical Centre will remain the employer for this role.
Hours: 25 - 37hours per week.
Salary: Comparable to similar roles in this sector. Good pension scheme and holiday allowance.
Our Coding Team is
really knowledgeable, supportive, and keen to develop individuals
skills/experience. They work to a protocol that is regularly reviewed so that
the process is safe and effective. After a training period you may be able to
work some of your hours remotely, providing you have your own computer.
To thrive in this
role, you will enjoy lots of data entry, summarising and analysis to understand
the implications of what you are coding, filing or forwarding to GPs. You will need to develop a broad
understanding of General Practice, and an in depth knowledge of medical
terminology, coding and clinical coding process (with on-the-job and external training
support).
Main duties of the job
The main responsibility of the Coding Team is to administrate the clinical paperwork workflow (patient discharge summaries, consultant clinic letters etc). Such that the GPs only see items they need to action and the rest is on the patients record ready for their next interaction. This involves following a protocol so that the process is safe and effective.
About us
At Cowes Medical Centre, we are a
multi-disciplinary team of 50+ with a breadth of skills and specialisms
including GPs, ANPs, MSK, MHP, paramedics, dietician, pharmacy technician, and social prescriber. We are passionate about patient care,
professional development, and partial to homemade cake. We are supportive of
one another and often lunch together. We have a purpose-built building, with
great facilities including a dedicated minor ops room, treatment room,
phlebotomy suite, training facilities, and parking.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Code letters and relevant correspondence into the Practice
medical computer system, and forward to the appropriate person as per the
protocol.
Enter coded information accurately and consistently.
To observe complete confidentiality at all times.
Input patient information into computer:
Convert relevant diagnostic and procedural details into alpha-numeric codes.
Use base knowledge of anatomical and physiological terms to find relevant Codes.
Enter coded information accurately and consistently.
Summarise patient notes (paper and electronic) onto the clinical computer system.
Collect information, print prescriptions, copy invoices and make financial claims, at the
appropriate time, for the supply of drugs and appliances.
Perform annual stocktaking in conjunction with the above.
To observe complete confidentiality at all times.
To carry out any other duties as may reasonably be requested by your
line manager, the GPs or Business/Practice Manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Code letters and relevant correspondence into the Practice
medical computer system, and forward to the appropriate person as per the
protocol.
Enter coded information accurately and consistently.
To observe complete confidentiality at all times.
Input patient information into computer:
Convert relevant diagnostic and procedural details into alpha-numeric codes.
Use base knowledge of anatomical and physiological terms to find relevant Codes.
Enter coded information accurately and consistently.
Summarise patient notes (paper and electronic) onto the clinical computer system.
Collect information, print prescriptions, copy invoices and make financial claims, at the
appropriate time, for the supply of drugs and appliances.
Perform annual stocktaking in conjunction with the above.
To observe complete confidentiality at all times.
To carry out any other duties as may reasonably be requested by your
line manager, the GPs or Business/Practice Manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of English GCSE C or equivalent.
- Evidence of Medical terminology training.
- Evidence of Read Code training.
Desirable
- Touch typing.
- Word processing qualification.
Experience
Essential
- 12 months+ experience in clinical coding.
- Knowledge of anatomical terms.
- Good IT skills - able to use Microsoft office & learn how to use new applications.
Desirable
- Experience of summarising.
- Experience within Primary Care.
- Previous knowledge of SystmOne.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Able to enter information accurately and consistently.
- Able to concentrate for prolonged periods of time.
- Good analytical skills.
- Good problem solving skills.
- Ability to manage time and workload.
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Detail orientated person .
- Reliable, trustworthy and conscientious.
- Pleasant, cheerful manner, that carries through under pressure.
- Smart, clean & well-presented appearance.
- Self-starter, able to take direction and work as part of a team.
Desirable
- Able to pick up what is happening around you.
- Be able to show a proactive approach to excellent workflow delivery.
Special Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to deal with all matters in a confidential manner.
- Willingness to help cover for holiday/sick leave of other staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of English GCSE C or equivalent.
- Evidence of Medical terminology training.
- Evidence of Read Code training.
Desirable
- Touch typing.
- Word processing qualification.
Experience
Essential
- 12 months+ experience in clinical coding.
- Knowledge of anatomical terms.
- Good IT skills - able to use Microsoft office & learn how to use new applications.
Desirable
- Experience of summarising.
- Experience within Primary Care.
- Previous knowledge of SystmOne.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Able to enter information accurately and consistently.
- Able to concentrate for prolonged periods of time.
- Good analytical skills.
- Good problem solving skills.
- Ability to manage time and workload.
Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Detail orientated person .
- Reliable, trustworthy and conscientious.
- Pleasant, cheerful manner, that carries through under pressure.
- Smart, clean & well-presented appearance.
- Self-starter, able to take direction and work as part of a team.
Desirable
- Able to pick up what is happening around you.
- Be able to show a proactive approach to excellent workflow delivery.
Special Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to deal with all matters in a confidential manner.
- Willingness to help cover for holiday/sick leave of other staff.
