Clinical Coder

Job title:

Clinical Coder

Company

NHS

Job description

Ash Surgery is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to be part of our extremely busy clinical Admin team.As Clinical Coder/Administrator you will provide an invaluable link between the third-party information that comes into the Practice on a daily basis and the patients electronic records. If you have accurate keyboard and IT skills and have an understanding of medical terminology, then this could be the job for you!ExperiencePrevious experience as a coder or medical notes summarizer is ideal but not essential.This role may also suit someone with previous nursing or clinical experienceMain duties of the jobThe Clinical Coder will be responsible for assigning the correct codes to a patient’s record in terms of medical diagnosis, service received as well as ensuring relevant documentation of procedures is attached to the record. They will ensure the codes are applied correctly.About usAsh Surgery is a traditional GP Practice, set in the heart of rural East Kent, close to the city of Canterbury. We are a close-knit team with 2 Partners, two salaried GPs, a paramedic practitioner and nursing team made up of two Practice nurses and three HCAs.Our administration team work very closely with the clinical team to support each other and deliver the very best in patient care.Date posted15 November 2024Pay schemeOtherSalary£30,000 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberA3025-24-0004Job locationsAsh SurgeryChilton PlaceAshCanterburyKentCT3 2HDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPrimary responsibility dutiesAccurately clinically code data on the clinical system into the patient recordIdentifying relevant clinical information documented in patient correspondence, coding appropriately and completing any detailed action.Input and extract data as required to support practice reportsFile and store records as requiredPhotocopying documentation as requiredAction all incoming correspondence emails and mail in a timely mannerScan patient related documentation and attach scanned documents to patients’ healthcare recordsAnswer incoming telephone call, transfer call or deal with callers request appropriatelyCarry out systems searches as requestedSupport all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested.Secondary dutiesReview and update the practice coding policy as required in conjunction with the (Practice Manager)Partake in audit as directed by the audit leadSupport reception staff, providing cover during absencesBook AppointmentsComplete opening and closing office procedures Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPrimary responsibility dutiesAccurately clinically code data on the clinical system into the patient recordIdentifying relevant clinical information documented in patient correspondence, coding appropriately and completing any detailed action.Input and extract data as required to support practice reportsFile and store records as requiredPhotocopying documentation as requiredAction all incoming correspondence emails and mail in a timely mannerScan patient related documentation and attach scanned documents to patients’ healthcare recordsAnswer incoming telephone call, transfer call or deal with callers request appropriatelyCarry out systems searches as requestedSupport all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested.Secondary dutiesReview and update the practice coding policy as required in conjunction with the (Practice Manager)Partake in audit as directed by the audit leadSupport reception staff, providing cover during absencesBook AppointmentsComplete opening and closing office proceduresPerson SpecificationExperienceEssential

• A background in Notes Summarising (clinical)
• Knowledge and experience with DOCMAN and EMIS clinical systems is essential and required.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and being able to follow data protection policies and guidelines

Desirable

• Knowledge of QOF
• Ability to create searches within the clinical system and conduct basic audits as of when required.
• Experience with Ardens template
• Ability to work as a team player
• Ability to work autonomously in a very busy role
• Ability to prioritise work when under pressure is essential.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and being able to follow data protection policies and guidelines

QualificationsEssential

• G.C.S.E English, Mathematics

Desirable

• G.C.S.E Science or “A” Level Biology or equivalent

Person SpecificationExperienceEssential

• A background in Notes Summarising (clinical)
• Knowledge and experience with DOCMAN and EMIS clinical systems is essential and required.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and being able to follow data protection policies and guidelines

Desirable

• Knowledge of QOF
• Ability to create searches within the clinical system and conduct basic audits as of when required.
• Experience with Ardens template
• Ability to work as a team player
• Ability to work autonomously in a very busy role
• Ability to prioritise work when under pressure is essential.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and being able to follow data protection policies and guidelines

QualificationsEssential

• G.C.S.E English, Mathematics

Desirable

• G.C.S.E Science or “A” Level Biology or equivalent

Expected salary

£30000 per year

Location

Canterbury

Job date

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 06:38:23 GMT

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