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Bath Road Surgery

Clinical coder and summariser

The closing date is 30 June 2025

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Job summary

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • NHS pension scheme
  • Supportive team environment with ongoing development opportunities
  • Free on-site parking

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Clinical Coder to join our administrative team. This is a critical role supporting the clinicians by ensuring that all patients documentation is accurately summarised and appropriately coded within the patients electronic health record.

The ideal candidate will be methodical, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team. Previous coding or summarising experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

About us

Bath Road Surgery is a CQC-rated 'Good' teaching practice serving over 14,000 patients in a modern, purpose-built environment. As part of the Hounslow PCN, our practice values accuracy, attention to details, and professionalism in supporting the delivery of a daily high-quality patient care. We are proud of our diverse, supportive and collaborative team culture.

Details

Date posted

20 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5789-25-0002

Job locations

Bath Road Surgery

134 Bath Road

Hounslow

TW3 3ET


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Scan and upload patient documents and hospital correspondence into the clinical system (SystmOne)
  • Review incoming clinical documents, correspondence, and reports for relevant patient information
  • Accurately code clinical information using Read (SNOMED) codes in line with agreed practice protocols
  • Identify and act on any clinical information requiring attention or follow-up by a GP or any other relevant clinician.
  • Manage coding queries from clinicians and the wider administrative team
  • Provide general administrative support and undertake ad hoc tasks as required

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Scan and upload patient documents and hospital correspondence into the clinical system (SystmOne)
  • Review incoming clinical documents, correspondence, and reports for relevant patient information
  • Accurately code clinical information using Read (SNOMED) codes in line with agreed practice protocols
  • Identify and act on any clinical information requiring attention or follow-up by a GP or any other relevant clinician.
  • Manage coding queries from clinicians and the wider administrative team
  • Provide general administrative support and undertake ad hoc tasks as required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Proven ability to adapt to change we are constantly improving and evolving our ways of working and new technologies. You need a proven background of adapting to change
  • Proven track record of accurately processing and inputting large volumes of data whilst working to deadlines
  • Proven track record of accurately following a process or protocol provided to you whilst inputting information, be analytical and enjoy working with large volumes of detailed information
  • The ability to sustain high concentration levels for prolonged periods of time
  • A proven dedication to maintaining high standards
  • The ability to follow processes and procedures accurately and efficiently
  • Efficient and accurate keyboard skills
  • Competent in the use of PC based technologies including Microsoft Outlook, Word.
  • Full training will be given for in-house systems
  • An understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and able to follow data protection policies and guidelines
  • Great communication skills, face to face, on the phone and via e-mail

Desirable

  • Knowledge of medical terminology is advantageous
  • A background in notes summarising (clinical or non-clinical)
  • Previous experience of SystmOne clinical system
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Proven ability to adapt to change we are constantly improving and evolving our ways of working and new technologies. You need a proven background of adapting to change
  • Proven track record of accurately processing and inputting large volumes of data whilst working to deadlines
  • Proven track record of accurately following a process or protocol provided to you whilst inputting information, be analytical and enjoy working with large volumes of detailed information
  • The ability to sustain high concentration levels for prolonged periods of time
  • A proven dedication to maintaining high standards
  • The ability to follow processes and procedures accurately and efficiently
  • Efficient and accurate keyboard skills
  • Competent in the use of PC based technologies including Microsoft Outlook, Word.
  • Full training will be given for in-house systems
  • An understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the workplace and able to follow data protection policies and guidelines
  • Great communication skills, face to face, on the phone and via e-mail

Desirable

  • Knowledge of medical terminology is advantageous
  • A background in notes summarising (clinical or non-clinical)
  • Previous experience of SystmOne clinical system

Employer details

Employer name

Bath Road Surgery

Address

Bath Road Surgery

134 Bath Road

Hounslow

TW3 3ET


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bath Road Surgery

Address

Bath Road Surgery

134 Bath Road

Hounslow

TW3 3ET


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Raka Mayor

raka.mayor@nhs.net

02088143811

Details

Date posted

20 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5789-25-0002

Job locations

Bath Road Surgery

134 Bath Road

Hounslow

TW3 3ET


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