Job summary
An exciting opportunity has
arisen for an experienced, motivated, and hardworking individual to join our
team as Clinical Coder/Reception Cover.
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.
Main duties of the job
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 QOF/LES/DES 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 and within agreed timescales.
File paper records once
summarisation is complete.
Communicate with clinical staff
regarding any coding issues.
About us
At Woodlands Family Medical Centre, we have a supportive and cohesive team led by five Partners and Practice Manager. In addition to the Partners our clinical team consists of two Salaried GP's, Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurses' and HCA's
- Friendly, supportive working environment.
- TPP SystemOne clinical system.
- List size of 12200.
- High QOF and enhanced services achievement.
- Achieved "Good" in all areas on our CQC inspections.
- Work closely with Stockton PCN.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties/Key Tasks:
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 QOF/LES/DES 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 and within agreed timescales.
File paper records once summarisation is complete.
Communicate with clinical staff regarding any coding issues.
Highlight any issues with summarising to your line manager or managing partner as soon as they arise.
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
Manage data quality issues.
Support the practice clinical audit program.
About us
At Woodlands Family Medical Centre, we have a supportive and cohesive team led by five Partners and Practice Manager. In addition to the Partners our clinical team consists of two Salaried GP's, Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurses' and HCA's
- Friendly, supportive working environment.
- TPP SystemOne clinical system.
- List size of 12200.
- High QOF and enhanced services achievement.
- Achieved "Good" in all areas on our CQC inspections.
- Work closely with Stockton PCN.
Person Specification
Experience
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
Desirable
- Experience of reviewing medical records and assigning specific codes to diagnoses, procedures, and treatments.
- Experience of working with General Practice
- Have previous SystemOne experience.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Mathematics C or above
- GCSE English C or above
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a health care setting
- Experience of administrative duties
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- IT skills
- Microsoft Word
- Quick reader and learner
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Time management and ability to work to deadlines
Desirable
- Experience of reviewing medical records and assigning specific codes to diagnoses, procedures and treatments
- Experience of working in General Practice
- Have previous SystemOne experience
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Interpersonal skills
- Planning & organising
- Team Player
- Self-motivated
- Confidentiality
- Flexibility
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
Woodlands Family Medical Centre
Address
106 Yarm Lane
Stockton-on-tees
Cleveland
TS18 1YE