Clinical Coder; Medical

Clinical Coder (Medical experience required)

The University Medical Group is a fast-growing, forward-thinking and progressive GP practice (rated Outstanding by CQC) with over 32,000 patients and we are looking to recruit a meticulous and detail-oriented Clinical Coder to join our team.

This is an opportunity for a highly self‑motivated, "can‑do" individual who can work on their own initiative as well as communicate effectively in a team and enjoy working in a fast‑paced, busy environment.

Working Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 09:00 – 17:00 (37.5 hours per week) (salary dependent upon experience).

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in accurately assigning medical codes to patient records.

Duties:

• Assessing risk using clinical judgement and triaging letters from secondary care providers and other medical professionals.
• Processing patient‑related correspondence received from healthcare providers and updating information on the clinical record.
• Assisting with the completion of medical/insurance forms (MCFs) which are subsequently reviewed and signed off by a GP.
• Summarising and coding MREs and GP2GP notes.
• Reviewing medical records and removing third‑party references as per protocols.
• Actioning tasks as required.
• Performing any other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills:

• Clinical background with experience working in the NHS or other medical providers.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology.
• Proficiency within IT.
• Administrative competence to handle coding tasks efficiently.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with healthcare professionals.
• Organisational abilities to manage coding assignments effectively.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary to submit a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Salary:
Depending on experience, from £16.50 to £18.83 per hour.