Job Description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated, and hardworking individual to join our team as Clinical Coder/Summariser. We are looking for a coder to work 16 hours per week over 2 -4 days.

To be a member of the Practice Team, to summarise and code relevant information using codes from patients' clinical records into the Practice computer system. To extract information from patients notes and enter it onto their digital record, displaying any significant medical problems prominently so it is obvious to any healthcare professional using the record. To ensure all incoming and internal patient correspondence is stored in the patients record and all relevant information is correctly and accurately coded. To carry out administrative related tasks as delegated by the Practice Manager, and to provide support and cover to other admin colleagues during absence or sickness.

Duties

Scan and recode electronic and hard copy clinical correspondence in accordance with the practice protocol and timescales.
Read code electronic and hard copy clinical correspondence within agreed timescales.

Read code information into the practice clinical system when appropriate.

Oversee the distribution of results in line the practice protocol.

Ensure data entry adheres to current guidelines.

Sorting and organising patient records and letters in chronological order in preparation for summarising.

Summarise incoming electronic and hard copy medical records in accordance with the practice summarising protocol

File paper records once summarisation is complete.

Communicate with clinical staff regarding any coding issues.

Requirements

Essential GCSE Mathematics C or above. GCSE English C or above. Experience of working in Health care setting. Experience of administrative duties. Excellent communication skills (written & oral). IT Skills. Microsoft Word. Quick reader and learner. Clear, polite telephone manner. Time management and ability to work to deadlines. Problem solving skills. Interpersonal skills. Planning & organising. Team Player. Self-motivated. Confidentiality. Flexibility
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person