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Medical Records Read Coder
Due to the development of an exciting new Stratification tool, we have a requirement for a Medical records Read Coder to work within the various application’s data usage requirements.
This is an important post ensuring patient data is correctly gathered, stored, grouped and available for distribution within the system. As well as dealing with incoming electronic patient records there will also be additional data sources that will need coding and integration.
A good understanding of Read v2 & v3, SNOWMED CT Codes, familiarity with the HSCIC and TRUD web portals and experience using MIQUEST methodology is key, together with a sound knowledge of medical terminology and practice/hospital administration systems.
This post would be suitable for someone currently dealing with coding medical records within a computer systems architecture.
This could be a flexible role, either full or part-time.
The salary for this post will depend on ability and experience.
Essential
Understanding of the Read code system and Medical Terminology
Familiarity with HSCIC and TRUD
Familiarity and experience of using the MIQUEST query methodology
High level of computer literacy
Effective communication skills
Ability to work independently and to determine workload priorities
Desirable
Understanding of SNOWMED CT Codes
Good Standard of education, preferably at degree level or above
Any medical qualification relevant to this role
Experience of working in General Practice or the NHS
Experience of using Clinical Systems