Clinical Coder

Belgrave Medical Centre; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive GP practice in Greater London is seeking a meticulous Clinical Coder / Summariser to ensure accurate documentation of patient records. The role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in primary care coding, strong attention to detail, and IT skills. You will be responsible for coding diagnoses using SNOMED CT and supporting clinicians with documentation queries. This position offers a collaborative team environment where your contributions directly enhance patient care quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years Primary Care Clinical Coding experience.
• Experience working within a GP practice or primary care environment preferred.
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Review and summarise incoming and historical patient records.
• Apply appropriate clinical codes (SNOMED CT) to reflect diagnoses and procedures.
• Ensure patient records are accurate and compliant with national standards.
• Support clinicians in maintaining clinical information.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure timely management of patient documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong IT skills

Knowledge of SNOMED CT

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

As the Clinical Coder / Summariser at Belgrave Medical Centre, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth and accurate management of patient health records. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organised, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of clinical data quality.

You will be responsible for reviewing, coding, and summarising patient information to ensure that electronic medical records are accurate, comprehensive, and up to date. This includes interpreting hospital correspondence, identifying relevant diagnoses and procedures, and applying appropriate clinical codes using SNOMED CT and other recognised coding systems.

Your work will contribute directly to the delivery of safe and effective patient care, supporting clinicians in making informed decisions and ensuring compliance with QOF, enhanced services, and other NHS reporting requirements.

At Belgrave Medical Centre, we value teamwork, professionalism, and a proactive approach. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, strong IT skills, and a clear understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection. Experience working within a GP practice or primary care environment would be highly advantageous.

This role offers the opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking practice team, where your contribution will have a real impact on the quality of care we provide to our patients.

Main duties of the job

• Review and summarise incoming and historical patient records, ensuring accurate and relevant data is entered onto the clinical system (SystmOne).
• Apply appropriate clinical codes (SNOMED CT) to reflect diagnoses, procedures, investigations, and key clinical information.
• Process and code correspondence received from hospitals, community services, and other healthcare providers.
• Ensure patient records are kept up to date, accurate, and compliant with national standards.
• Support clinicians by maintaining accurate and easily accessible clinical information to improve patient safety and continuity of care.
• Identify data that contributes to QOF, Enhanced Services, and other reporting frameworks.
• Collaborate with administrative and clinical teams to ensure timely management of patient documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR, NHS Data Security, and practice policies at all times.
• Contribute to ongoing data quality improvement initiatives within the practice.

About us

Belgrave Medical Centre is a welcoming and forward-thinking GP practice committed to delivering high-quality patient care. Our practice prides itself on fostering a friendly, supportive, and professional environment, where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute to the care of our patients.

We have a great team ethos, with staff working collaboratively across clinical and administrative roles. Our culture is built on respect, open communication, and a shared commitment to excellence. This strong work ethic ensures that our patients receive safe, timely, and compassionate care.

Belgrave Medical Centre is more than just a workplace its a community where colleagues support one another, celebrate successes together, and continuously strive to improve. Whether youre a clinician, administrator, or part of our support team, youll find an environment that encourages growth, learning, and professional satisfaction.

Joining Belgrave means being part of a positive, motivated, and approachable team, where your contribution makes a real difference to both patients and colleagues alike.

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Primary Care Clinical Coder / Summariser

Location: Belgrave Medical Centre

Reports to: Practice Manager / Clinical Lead

Role Overview:

We are seeking a meticulous and motivated Primary Care Clinical Coder / Summariser to join our supportive and dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate clinical documentation and coding of patient records, which supports patient care, audit, reporting, and funding. The ideal candidate thrives in a primary care environment, has strong attention to detail, and is committed to maintaining high standards of data quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately summarise patient medical records, ensuring all relevant diagnoses, procedures, medications, and allergies are up to date.
• Apply appropriate clinical codes (Read Codes / SNOMED CT / GP codes) to patient records in line with NHS and local guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and patient confidentiality standards.
• Support GPs and practice staff with clinical documentation queries and coding guidance.
• Assist in audit and quality improvement initiatives through accurate data entry and reporting.
• Keep abreast of changes in clinical coding standards and primary care guidance.
• Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to ensure high-quality patient records and data integrity.

Person Specification

Experience

• minimum 3 years Primary Care Clinical Coding experience