Summariser/Coder

Integrated Care System; Aldridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a part-time administrative support specialist to manage patient records and ensure efficient communication within the team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent literacy and numeracy skills and familiarity with medical systems like EMIS Web and DOCMAN. A commitment to professional standards and ability to work independently are crucial. This role provides 15 hours per week with a flexible working environment and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Extra day of leave over the Christmas period

Free parking

NHS pension

Uniform tops

Qualifications

• Typing skills required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology or relevant qualification needed.
• Ability to maintain a professional standard of work.

Responsibilities

• Scan and file internal and external post onto patients' medical records.
• Summarise and code patients' letters.
• Work with the administrative team to cover duties.

Skills

Good standard of literacy and numeracy

Typing skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage own workload and work independently

Education

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of EMIS Web clinical system

Knowledge of DOCMAN system

Job description

We want our team members to feel motivated and rewarded, so we offer a competitive package of pay and benefits, including an extra day of leave over the Christmas period, regular staff meetings, free parking, NHS pension, and uniform tops. We also value a healthy work-life balance, so we always try to be flexible, helping you balance your working life around your home life.

Main duties of the job

1. Scan and file internal and external post onto the patients' medical records via DOCMAN.
2. Summarise and code patients' letters onto their medical records.
3. Summarise and code patients' medical records.
4. Work with the administrative team to cover any of the duties expected of the team.
5. Maintain a good rapport and relationship between internal and external staff of the Practice at all times.

About us

Portland Medical Practice is a modern and busy practice with a dedicated team of clinicians, offering a wide range of services to its patients. We are housed within an excellent modern purpose-built health centre in Aldridge. Our practice has been rated as 'Good' by CQC, and we take pride in delivering quality care to our valued patients. We have a positive team environment, and staff retention is one of our key strengths. We are committed to supporting our staff, who are encouraged to share ideas and are provided with all necessary tools and support to succeed in their roles.

Job responsibilities

This is a part-time position, 15 hours per week.

• Scan and file internal and external post onto the patients' medical records via DOCMAN.
• Summarise and code patients' letters onto their medical records.
• Summarise and code patients' medical records.
• Work with the administrative team to cover any of the duties expected of the team.
• Maintain a good rapport and relationship between internal and external staff of the practice at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Good standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Typing skills.
• Medical terminology knowledge or qualification.
• Knowledge of EMIS Web clinical system or similar.
• Knowledge of DOCMAN system.
• Ability to manage own workload and work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Maintain a professional standard of work.

Experience

• Experience working in a similar setting, ideally in general practice.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to assess for any criminal convictions.