IG Medical

Clinical Coder/Administrator

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Job summary

To be responsible for the scanning and read-coding of relevant information into the patients electronic healthcare records on SystmOne, adhering to the practice coding policy. In addition, the post-holder will also support the administration team, providing administrative support as required, in line with the needs of the practice. Hybrid working between home and office would be considered for the right candidate once fully trained and competent in the role.

Main duties of the job

Accurately read-coding data on SystmOne into the patient record. Identifying relevant clinical information documented in patient correspondence, coding appropriately in patient records, completing any detailed actions and forwarding documents on to other teams where required.

About us

IG Medical is situated in West Yorkshire with two sites at Ilkley and one in Grassington. Our patient list is approximately 18,000.

Our clinical team includes 5 GP Partners, salaried GP's, 2 Advanced Nurse Practitioners, 1 Advanced Clinical Practitioner and our nursing team consists of Practice Nurses and Health Care Assistants. All supported by our hardworking Managers, reception and administrative teams.

All employees have access to Asset level 2 via Sovereign Healthcare and can enter the NHS pension scheme.

Details

Date posted

27 June 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Home or remote working

Reference number

A1053-24-0004

Job locations

7a

East Parade

Ilkley

West Yorkshire

LS29 8EZ


Grassington Medical Centre

9 Station Road

Grassington

Skipton

North Yorkshire

BD23 5LS


Ilkley Moor Medical Practice

Springs Lane

Ilkley

West Yorkshire

LS29 8TH


Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the clinical coder. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Accurately read-coding data on SystmOne into the patient record

b. Identifying relevant clinical information documented in patient correspondence, coding appropriately in patient records and completing any detailed actions

c. Being aware of Qof requirements when doing the above

d. Record sensitive information accurately eg HIV status, child protection register, safeguarding issues

e. File and store records as required

f. Photocopy documentation as required

g. Action all incoming faxes, emails and mail in a timely manner

h. Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records

i. Input data into the patients healthcare records as necessary

j. Processing of incoming and outgoing medical records

k. Start to finish management of new patient registrations

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the clinical coder may be requested to:

a. Review and update the practice coding policy as required (in conjunction with the Data Team Leader)

b. Partake in audit as required

c. Support reception staff, providing cover during staff absences

d. Book appointments

e. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota

f. Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the clinical coder. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Accurately read-coding data on SystmOne into the patient record

b. Identifying relevant clinical information documented in patient correspondence, coding appropriately in patient records and completing any detailed actions

c. Being aware of Qof requirements when doing the above

d. Record sensitive information accurately eg HIV status, child protection register, safeguarding issues

e. File and store records as required

f. Photocopy documentation as required

g. Action all incoming faxes, emails and mail in a timely manner

h. Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records

i. Input data into the patients healthcare records as necessary

j. Processing of incoming and outgoing medical records

k. Start to finish management of new patient registrations

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the clinical coder may be requested to:

a. Review and update the practice coding policy as required (in conjunction with the Data Team Leader)

b. Partake in audit as required

c. Support reception staff, providing cover during staff absences

d. Book appointments

e. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota

f. Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in a healthcare setting
  • Experience with SystmOne
  • Previous administration duties

Desirable

  • Experience in Primary Care
  • Previous clinical coding experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in a healthcare setting
  • Experience with SystmOne
  • Previous administration duties

Desirable

  • Experience in Primary Care
  • Previous clinical coding 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.

Employer details

Employer name

IG Medical

Address

7a

East Parade

Ilkley

West Yorkshire

LS29 8EZ


Employer's website

https://www.igmedical.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

IG Medical

Address

7a

East Parade

Ilkley

West Yorkshire

LS29 8EZ


Employer's website

https://www.igmedical.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Administration and Compliance Manager

Laura Meehan

Laura.Meehan@bradford.nhs.uk

01943886327

Details

Date posted

27 June 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Home or remote working

Reference number

A1053-24-0004

Job locations

7a

East Parade

Ilkley

West Yorkshire

LS29 8EZ


Grassington Medical Centre

9 Station Road

Grassington

Skipton

North Yorkshire

BD23 5LS


Ilkley Moor Medical Practice

Springs Lane

Ilkley

West Yorkshire

LS29 8TH


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