Medical Coding Job at ICON
A rare chance has emerged for skilled professionals in medical coding at ICON plc. This Medical Coding Job is available in Chennai, India, where candidates can leverage their expertise in a hybrid work environment. Interested applicants should apply before the deadline.
About ICON plc:
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. The company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that drives innovation and excellence in clinical development. With a commitment to shaping the future of healthcare, ICON provides comprehensive services to help clients navigate the complexities of clinical trials, ensuring every step is handled with precision and expertise.
Job Details:
- Location: Chennai, India (Hybrid)
- Reference Number: JR157822
- Department: Clinical Data Management
- Job Type: Full-time
Job Description:
As a Senior Medical Coding Specialist at ICON, the individual will ensure accurate and consistent coding of medical data for clinical trials. This non-clinical role involves leading the medical coding process, managing the coding of medical terms, and collaborating with various teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain data quality. The position demands a high level of accuracy and dedication to uphold the standards set by the organization and industry regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the medical coding process for clinical trial data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, which are crucial for the integrity of clinical data.
- Managing the coding of medical terms using standardized dictionaries such as MedDRA and WHO Drug Dictionary, ensuring accurate data interpretation and contributing to the overall success of clinical trials.
- Collaborating with clinical data management, safety, and clinical operations teams to resolve coding discrepancies and ensure data quality, facilitating smooth project execution.
- Providing guidance and support to junior coding specialists, ensuring proper training and adherence to coding best practices, thus fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Participating in the development and implementation of coding guidelines, quality control processes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Ensuring timely completion of coding tasks to meet project timelines and deliverables, maintaining the momentum of clinical research activities.
- Staying current with changes in coding standards, industry regulations, and therapeutic area knowledge to maintain high coding accuracy and compliance, which is vital for the credibility of research outcomes.
Eligibility Criteria for this Medical Coding Job:
- Bachelor’s degree in a life science, healthcare, or related field. Certification in medical coding or clinical data management is a plus, adding value to the candidate’s profile.
- Extensive experience in medical coding, with in-depth knowledge of coding standards, such as MedDRA and WHO Drug Dictionary, which are essential for the role.
- Strong understanding of clinical trial processes, regulatory requirements, and industry guidelines for coding and data management, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to accurately interpret and code medical terminology, which is crucial for maintaining data integrity.
- Proven leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to manage coding teams and collaborate with cross-functional departments to achieve common goals.
- Proficiency in coding software and clinical data management systems (CDMS), which are tools essential for the role.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a global, fast-paced environment, adapting to various challenges.
Skills Required for this Medical Coding Job:
- Proficiency in medical coding software and tools, which are critical for performing daily tasks efficiently.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in every aspect of the coding process.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments, fostering a cooperative and productive work environment.
- Effective communication skills for interaction with various stakeholders, facilitating clear and concise information exchange.
- Adaptability to changing industry standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance and relevance.
- Strong organisational skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, which are crucial for the timely delivery of results.
