Junior Coding Analyst

TN United Kingdom; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Coding Analyst to join their dynamic coding team. This exciting role involves mapping clinical terminologies to standardized codes, ensuring precision and accuracy in medical coding. You will support the ongoing development of coding systems, assist in training colleagues, and manage customer support issues. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or equivalent qualification, with a strong background in clinical coding and health tech software. Join this innovative firm and make a significant impact in the healthcare sector while enhancing your skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree educated or equivalent qualification required.
• Knowledge of private medical insurance industry is advantageous.
• Experience with health tech software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mapping clinical terminologies to clinical codes accurately.
• Supporting development of coding related systems and services.
• Handling customer support issues and analyzing data.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Clinical Coding

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking Ability

Education

Degree or Equivalent Qualification

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Junior Coding Analyst, Staines-upon-Thames

Client:

KINGSGATE RECRUITMENT

Location:

Staines-upon-Thames, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

3ab2f08db6c3

Job Views:

12

Posted:

01.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.06.2025

Job Description:

Overview

We are seeking experienced professionals to join our client’s coding team, specialising in understanding and mapping medical services and items to standardised codes with precision and accuracy. The Coding Analyst will support ongoing development of our client’s coding related systems and services. Identifying opportunities for product enhancements and developments. Assisting the Coding Team and Coding Manager in ensuring customer cases are picked up within SLA and processes are followed as expected.

The Role

1. Mapping clinical terminologies to clinical codes across classifications including OPCS, CCSD, ICD10, ICD9, and ISCs.
2. Accurately map codes using reference code sets for various medical descriptions, including prosthesis, consumables, diagnostic tests, and other healthcare services.
3. Mapping clinical codes to genders, anatomical classifications, and specialties.
4. Leading the ongoing development of the ISC classification and liaising with customers for new code development.
5. Supporting development of coding related systems and services, and identifying opportunities for enhancements.
6. Supporting and training colleagues in clinical coding.
7. Handling customer and internal cases, ensuring timely responses within SLA.
8. Ensuring data and processes meet standards.
9. Advising customers and teams on optimal coding practices.
10. Managing customer support issues, analyzing data, and producing reports.
11. Supporting the loading of provider/insurer contracts.
12. Investigating and resolving coding discrepancies with analytical skills.

The Person

1. Degree educated or equivalent qualification.
2. Knowledge of the private medical insurance industry and regulated environments is advantageous.
3. Experience with health tech software and CRM systems (Salesforce preferred).
4. Clinical coding expertise, with experience in CCSD, ICD, or similar systems.
5. Operational procedures and QA standards knowledge.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Vlookups, Pivots).
7. Strong analytical, organizational, and attention to detail skills.
8. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
9. Initiative, enthusiasm, and multi-tasking ability.
10. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
11. Team player with stakeholder management skills.

For more information, contact the team at 02085497212 or submit your CV via the provided link.