Do you have experience in Clinical Coding roles? Are you proud of your attention to detail and work ethic? In this role, you will provide efficient and effective administrative support to the team. Read on to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
*Your Duties:*
* Analyse case notes, discharge letters, outpatient letters and other relevant documentation relating to patient diagnosis, operations/procedures and episodes of care.
* Abstract and translate medical terminology into current diagnostic (ICD) and procedural (OPCS) classification ensuring that a comprehensive record of a patient’s episode is captured and prioritised appropriately.
* Validate, input and access information using appropriate Clinical and Information Systems in completion of the coding function.
* Liaise with senior medical staff or other appropriate officers to clarify data anomalies as required.
* Advise on appropriate codes to use for those using analytic tools to extract coded data.
* Adhere to the Regional Clinical Coding Policy and relevant Trust policies, procedures and agreements.
* To assist the Regional Clinical Coding Trainer to mark clinical coding exercises completed during Foundation, Refresher and Revision Clinical Coding Courses.
* To assist in preparing training materials for the various courses provided by the Regional Clinical Coding Trainer.
* To assist the Regional Clinical Coding Auditor with the audit process for example in the preparation of materials for audit.
*Your Profile:*
* Applicants must possess five GCSEs at Grade A-C, including English Language and Maths or equivalent and 1 years experience working in a Clinical Coding role.
* Demonstrate experience in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point.
* Have completed a National Clinical Coding Standards Course (NCCSC).
*Assignment Details:*
* Linenhall Street, Belfast.
* Temporary Ongoing (4 Months initially).
* Hybrid working arrangements are available.
* Basic Access NI check required.
_If this role isn’t for you, Kennedy Recruitment source a broad range of career opportunities to choose from. Get in touch via 028 9033 0555 to find out more._
_Kennedy Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and adheres to all current employment legislation. Please note only those candidates shortlisted may be contacted._
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £11.86 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
* Clinical Coding: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* National Clinical Coding Standards Course (NCCSC) (required)
Work Location: In person