Medical Coder

DaMar Staffing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced Medical Coder to support post‑market surveillance and FDA‑regulated adverse event case processing for consumer products, including nicotine and tobacco products.

You will code using MedDRA and assess case seriousness within the client's internal safety database to ensure timely workflow. The role requires proven post‑market surveillance experience, familiarity with FDA reporting timelines, and the ability to work directly in a client's safety

Qualifications

• Experience in post-market surveillance and adverse event case processing.
• Direct experience with consumer products, especially nicotine/tobacco products.
• Knowledge of FDA adverse event reporting timelines.
• Experience using a client's internal safety database (no third‑party systems).

Responsibilities

• Perform MedDRA coding on adverse event reports derived from consumer complaints.
• Conduct seriousness, severity, and expectedness assessments for each case.
• Identify potentially reportable serious adverse events in compliance with FDA requirements.
• Process daily consumer complaints within the client's proprietary database (no external data management solutions).
• Collaborate with internal safety and regulatory teams to align on case definitions and coding conventions.

Skills

MedDRA coding

Adverse event processing

FDA reporting requirements

Post-market surveillance

Client database navigation

Education

Certified Medical Coder (CPC/CCS) or equivalent

Tools

Internal safety database

Job description

Medical Coder

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented team.

Job Location: Richmond, VA

About the Role:

We are seeking experienced Medical Coders to support post-market surveillance and adverse event case processing tied to FDA reporting requirements. This is a unique, high-priority role supporting consumer products, including nicotine and tobacco products. You will work directly within our existing complaint databasenot a contractor-managed systemto ensure timely continuity of daily operational workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform MedDRA coding on adverse event reports derived from consumer complaints.
• Conduct seriousness, severity, and expectedness assessments for each case.
• Identify potentially reportable serious adverse events in compliance with FDA requirements.
• Process daily consumer complaints within the client's proprietary database (no external data management solutions).
• Ensure accurate and timely case processing to support post-market surveillance continuity.
• Collaborate with internal safety and regulatory teams to align on case definitions and coding conventions.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Proven experience in post-market surveillance and adverse event case processing.
• Direct experience with consumer products, specifically nicotine and tobacco products (required).
• Expertise in MedDRA coding, seriousness/severity/expectedness assessments, and identification of reportable events.
• Familiarity with FDA reporting requirements for adverse events.
• Ability to work directly within a client's internal safety database (no third-party system management).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Medical Coder (e.g., CPC, CCS, or equivalent) preferred but not required if deep relevant experience is demonstrated.
• Prior experience with consumer health, OTC, or regulated consumer goods.
• Understanding of regulatory expectations for adverse event reporting timelines.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.