Healthcare Data & Coding Administrator GP Practice
Lynwood Medical Centre
ESSEX, RM5 3QL
Salary
£13.00
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 October 2026
33 days left
Job description
Join Our Friendly Team at a Thriving GP Surgery Hours: 3037.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a start time between 8.30 am and 9 am. Are you re...
We are looking for an organised and motivated Administrator to join our friendly team.
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Processing and managing patient referrals through NHS e-Referral Service and other pathways.
- Providing reception cover for approximately 1-2 days per week, as required to cover annual leave and other staffing needs. The remainder of the role will primarily focus on administrative duties.
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Sorting, read coding, and filing clinical correspondence into patient records.
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Supporting prescription requests in line with practice policy.
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Preparing and handling medical reports, private letters, and insurance forms.
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Supporting practice compliance with CQC standards and QOF requirements.
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Liaising with patients, clinicians, and external providers in a professional and confidential manner.
Essential Skills and Experience
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Strong IT skills, with experience using clinical systems (EMIS Web experience desirable).
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
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Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection.
Desirable
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Previous experience working in a GP surgery or healthcare environment.
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Knowledge of medical terminology.
We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for training and development, and the chance to make a real difference to patient care.
The post holder will be expected to provide general
administration duties, which may include but is not limited to;
To assist in keeping patient records accurate and up to date by
scanning and attaching paper documents in to electronic records.
Filing scanned documents into patient electronic notes (EMIS)
Electronically filing test results and other documents/patient
information
Perform computer searches and data collection to support
practice enhanced services and ensure clinical safety.
Keeping all records including staff trainings up to date for CQC
purposes.
Monitoring telephone call queue daily.
To liaise with reception manager to make sure all tasks are
completed at the end of day.
Helping patients by dealing with requests or questions in a
polite, professional and efficient manner
Telephoning patients to inform them about prescriptions, to
move/book or rebook appointments, or gather personal data in a sensitive
manner, such as smoking status, when asked to do so
Printing and distributing repeat prescriptions
Registering patients, ensuring that information is checked and
documented accurately
General administration involving patient records, audits etc. as
required.
Prepare medical reports and other requests for information are
processed accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring practice protocols
regarding information governance and confidentiality are adhered to
Record-keeping, distribution of documents, filing are all
undertaken accurately and efficiently
Taking responsibility for the scheduling and co-ordination of
meetings
Management of the generic email inbox
You should have previous administrative experience, preferably
familiar with EMIS Web GP system. Good written and verbal communication skills
are essential together with highly effective organisational and planning
We are not just a GP surgery we are a supportive and rewarding workplace where staff well-being is our priority. Here's why you'll love working with us:
- Staff Well-being Award Winners : We are proud to have won the Staff Well-being Award in December 2023.
- Wellness Room : Enjoy access to our dedicated Wellness Room, where you can unwind with spa treatments, fully funded by the surgery.
- Pilates Sessions: Stay active and relaxed with regular Pilates classes led by a professional instructor, all part of our commitment to your well-being.
- Stress-Free Environment: We maintain a healthy, balanced work-life environment that reduces stress and promotes overall well-being.
- Relax and Recharge : Take advantage of our massage chair during breaks, designed to help you relax and de-stress.
- Outstanding Reputation : Our surgery consistently receives excellent feedback from patients and NHS England, reflecting our dedication to providing high-quality care.
Join us and become part of a team that values your health and happiness.
Qualifications
Essential
- Higher Degree or 2 years experience of GP clinical system EMIS WEB
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral). Applicants must have excellent I.T skills .Please see job description .
Desirable
- Experience of working in GP practice
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
31 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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About the employer
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