About this role
Job summary
Due to increasing demand and continued growth within our practice, we are pleased to offer an opportunity to expand our team at Wingerworth Medical Centre. We are seeking a reliable and detail-focused clinical coder to support the smooth and efficient processing of clinical information within the practice.
In this key role, you will be responsible for the scanning and processing of incoming correspondence in both paper and electronic formats, ensuring that relevant clinical information, are accurately coded and recorded within the medical record. You will also be responsible for carrying out any necessary actions arising from clinical correspondence, such as forwarding information to the appropriate task group for review/action.
Main duties of the job
Process and code incoming clinical correspondence, both electronic and paper based.
Be responsible for the scanning and input of accurate data using the appropriate codes using SystmOne and within agreed timescales.
Add QOF recalls and liaise with the Digital & Data Lead or Practice Manager.
Be able to adhere to practice protocol to manage the workflow of correspondence.
Have the skills to identify anomalies and be able to query entries.
Forward correspondence to the appropriate clinician or task group when required.
Adhere to patient confidentiality procedures and comply with Practice policies, procedures and information governance requirements.
Be an effective team player supporting the clinical team where necessary.
About us
Wingerworth Medical Centre is situated in the heart of Wingerworth and is a forward-thinking training practice.
We are a strong, helpful, professional team and are always looking for ways to improve our service to our patients.
Become a valuable member of our dedicated team and contribute significantly to providing high-quality support for the practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Add QOF recalls and liaise with the Digital and Data Lead or Practice Manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to GCSE including English and Maths
Desirable
- Coding qualification
Experience
Essential
- Working knowledge of clinical coding in a GP practice or primary care setting.
- Experience of reviewing clinical correspondence, including processing medical letters and coding relevant information into the GP clinical systems (as per practice processes)
- Experience of clinical systems ie SystmOne/EMIS
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Good IT skills and a willingness to learn new systems
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise
- Adherence to a strict code of confidentiality
- Flexible approach to work
- Accurate coding of documents, adhering to QOF protocols
Desirable
- Knowledge of SystmOne
- Understanding of medical terminology
- Understanding of QoF
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Wingerworth Medical Centre
Address
Allendale Road
Wingerworth
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 6PX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.wingerworthmedicalcentre.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)