Senior Coding Specialist

4-8 years

Not Disclosed

Bangalore

10 March 19, 2025

Job Description

Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Medical Coding & Data Management Lead
Company: Fortrea, a Global Contract Research Organization (CRO)
Location: [Insert Location]

Job Overview:

Fortrea is seeking a Medical Coding & Data Management Lead to assist with data management leadership on large, global projects. The role focuses on thesaurus management and technical oversight of all dictionary coding activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring medical coded data is delivered according to client specifications, quality standards, project timelines, and budgets. The position requires close collaboration with client contacts, core team members, and Clinical Data Managers to ensure seamless project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Mentorship:
- Assist in supervising, mentoring, and evaluating medical coding services staff.
- Provide guidance on technical coding competency, career development, and interpersonal skills.
- Foster team development, ensuring staff meets competency standards and project goals.
Technical Leadership:
- Serve as the technical lead on coding aspects for assigned projects, overseeing the entire process from start-up to completion.
- Provide technical oversight for coding tasks, ensuring alignment with project timelines and quality specifications.
- Identify and implement solutions to coding-related issues and concerns, based on metrics and forecasts.
Project and Client Collaboration:
- Act as the liaison between the project team and clients, ensuring clear communication on coding status and progress.
- Review data management plans and dictionary coding conventions for each project to ensure consistent practices.
- Collaborate with clinical, programming, and other project teams to support seamless data management activities.
Process Improvement and Training:
- Identify opportunities for process and efficiency improvements and help implement solutions.
- Assist with the development and implementation of global SOPs and work instructions for the coding function.
- Ensure project staff are trained on standardized data management processes and client-specific requirements.
Quality and Compliance Management:
- Oversee the technical performance of the coding team, ensuring client satisfaction and timely delivery of quality data.
- Assist with dictionary loading, versioning, and verification for Fortrea and client dictionaries.
- Ensure medical coded data reviews are conducted efficiently and meet project specifications.
Metrics and Reporting:
- Assist in reviewing coding KPI metrics to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Participate in regular reviews of coding performance to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Documentation and Research:
- Review literature and research technologies/procedures to improve global thesaurus management practices.
- Support project teams with any coding-specific requirements and assist with tasks outside the scope of the contract.

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

Education:
- University/college degree in life sciences, health sciences, information technology, or related fields is preferred.
- Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
Experience:
- Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in data management and clinical data coding.
- In-depth knowledge of medical coding processes and familiarity with tools like Medidata Coder, Central Coding, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide teams in technical coding competency.
- Familiarity with clinical trial processes, data management, and regulatory requirements.
Skills:
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to lead teams and drive project success, ensuring quality, timelines, and budget adherence.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with various teams.
- Knowledge of thesaurus management, coding dictionaries, ICH guidelines, and GCP.

Preferred Qualifications:

MedDRA Certification is a plus.
Knowledge of Fortrea's organizational structure and standard operating procedures is advantageous.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Office or home-based work environment.
Travel required (5% of time), including client visits and overnight stays as necessary.

Fortrea is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Fortrea is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

For more information on how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement.

If you need accommodations during the application process due to a disability, please contact: taaccommodationsrequest@fortrea.com.

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