Clinical Coding Specialist At Council For Scientific & Industrial Research (Csir) - Gauteng, Pr[...]

Are you based in the United States? Select your country to see jobs specific to your location.Clinical Coding Specialist at Council for Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) - Gauteng, PretoriaMinimum 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 comply 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.Working knowledge of relevant software packages.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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