GP Clinical Coder Location: Barnet, North London Job Type: Temporary Duration of booking: 4 weeks, could be extended Proposed start date: ASAP Sector: Healthcare Base: Hospital / GP Practice Pay Rates: £13 - £16ph PAYE Inclusive, depending on skill and experience Working Days and Hours: Monday to Friday, 12:00 - 18:00 (might be room for negotiation) Hybrid Working: N,o always on client site System knowledge: Emis Web Smart Card: Would be preferable, not essential Job Summary: To analyse clinical statements and assign standardized codes using a classification system. Duties: * Using Emis Web * Transfer relevant data from clinical correspondence to patient records, code and link each problem appropriately, paper or electronic. * Scan and attach patient related documents to clinical record * Summarising new records, ensuring all clinical data is transferred accurately. * Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with the practice procedures * To critically examine the clinical information required assigning the national codes in accordance with the national guidelines. * To work in a variety of specialties with good medical terminology * To ensure adherence to local procedures for clinical coding relating to individual specialties/consultants. * To liaise with consultants to address any queries arising during the abstraction process. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: * Must have previous experience as a Clinical Coder – essential * Accredited Clinical Coder – desirable * Expertise in clinical coding using ICD10 and OPCS4 - desireable * Knowledge and experience in the use of medical terminology * Accuracy and attention to detail is essential