Clinical Data Specialist - Health systems (codes)

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking to employ a Clinical Coding / Software Specialist on a 12 month contract.
This is a hybrid position and you will be required to use your own laptop.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:
A strong background in clinical coding standards and prior experience in data entry, mathematical analysis, customer service is a plus.
Over five years of experience in the field plus supervisory experience.
Degree in health information technology, medical coding or a related field. 
Course in Clinical Coding Standards

Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Analysing patient records and recording all the relevant information
Examining records and documentation for missing information
Assigning industry-recognised codes such as ICD-11, SNOMED etc
Collaborating with Physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure information accuracy
Training other professionals on clinical coding practices
Ensuring that the healthcare facilities complies with clinical coding guidelines
Carrying out periodic audits of data dictionaries working with Clinical governance expert and project team
Ensuring that all clinical codes are current
Ensure assigning and sequencing all codes for the digital health projects

Skills:
Extensive knowledge of medical terminology
In-depth understanding of clinical coding standards