Medical Coding Job profile

Medical Coder

Assign appropriate medical codes to diagnoses and procedures based on patient records, verify and ensure accuracy of codes, adhere to coding guidelines and regulations.

Coding Specialist

Review and analyze medical records to ensure correct coding, provide coding expertise for complex cases, assist in resolving coding discrepancies, and maintain coding accuracy and compliance.

Medical Coding Auditor

Conduct audits of coded medical records to ensure accuracy and compliance, identify and correct coding errors, provide feedback and training to coding staff, and prepare audit reports.

Medical Billing and Coding Specialist

Combine coding and billing tasks, process insurance claims, follow up on unpaid claims, communicate with healthcare providers and insurance companies to resolve billing issues, and ensure compliance with billing regulations.

Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist

Work with healthcare providers to improve the accuracy and completeness of clinical documentation, ensure documentation supports coding and billing requirements, provide education on documentation best practices, and perform chart reviews.

Health Information Manager

Oversee the management and security of patient health information, ensure compliance with privacy laws, manage coding and billing staff, and implement policies and procedures for accurate record-keeping.

Medical Records Coordinator

Manage and organize medical records, ensure records are complete and accurate, handle requests for patient information, and maintain confidentiality of patient data.

Coding Trainer/Educator

Provide training and education to new and existing coding staff, develop training materials and programs, stay updated on coding changes and regulations, and ensure coding staff are compliant with industry standards.

Freelance/Contract Medical Coder

Perform coding tasks on a contract or freelance basis, work with various healthcare facilities, ensure accurate and timely coding, and maintain compliance with coding guidelines.

Remote Medical Coder

Perform medical coding tasks from a remote location, ensure accuracy and compliance with coding standards, communicate with healthcare providers and team members virtually, and manage coding workload efficiently.

CLINICAL DATA MANAGEMENT JOB PROFILES

Clinical Data Manager (CDM):

• Responsible for overseeing the collection, validation, and analysis of clinical trial data.
• Develops data management plans and ensures adherence to protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Manages data cleaning, coding, and database lock processes.
• Coordinates with study teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure data quality and timelines.

Clinical Database Programmer:

• Designs, develops, and maintains databases for clinical trial data
• Implements data validation checks and edit checks to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Generates data listings, tables, and figures (TLFs) for analysis and reporting.
• Provides technical support for database-related issues and query resolution.

Clinical Data Coordinator:

• Supports data management activities, including data entry, verification, and cleaning.
• Assists in the development of case report forms (CRFs) and data management plans.
• Performs quality control checks on data and resolves discrepancies.
• Communicates with study sites and monitors for timely data submission and query resolution.

Clinical Data Analyst:

• Analyzes and interprets clinical trial data to identify trends, patterns, and outliers.
• Conducts statistical analysis and generates summary reports for study teams.
• Participates in data review meetings and contributes to data interpretation discussions.
• Assists in the preparation of study manuscripts and presentations.

Clinical Quality Assurance Specialist:

• Conducts quality assurance audits to ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Reviews study documentation, data management processes, and study conduct for adherence to protocols.
• Provides recommendations for process improvements and corrective actions.
• Assists in the preparation for regulatory inspections and audits.

Principal Investigator (PI)

• Protocol Development: The PI may contribute to the development of the study protocol, ensuring it aligns with ethical principles, regulatory guidelines, and scientific validity.
• Study Site Selection: The PI selects and evaluates potential study sites, ensuring they have the necessary infrastructure, resources, and expertise to conduct the trial effectively.
• Participant Recruitment and Informed Consent: The PI oversees participant recruitment efforts, ensuring adherence to eligibility criteria and ethical standards. They are responsible for obtaining informed consent from participants or ensuring delegated staff members do so.
• Study Conduct: The PI is responsible for the overall conduct of the study at the investigative site, including oversight of study procedures, participant care, and data collection.
• Safety Monitoring: The PI monitors participant safety throughout the trial, promptly reporting adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs) to regulatory authorities and the sponsor.
• Data Collection and Management: The PI ensures accurate and complete collection of study data, including adherence to data entry procedures and timely completion of case report forms (CRFs).
• Regulatory Compliance: The PI ensures compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, local regulations, and institutional policies throughout the trial.
• Investigational Product Management: If applicable, the PI is responsible for the handling, storage, dispensing, and accountability of investigational products according to protocol requirements.
• Site Monitoring and Audits: The PI may interact with clinical research associates (CRAs) during site monitoring visits and assist with audits and inspections conducted by regulatory authorities or sponsors.
• Study Closeout: The PI ensures that all study-related activities are completed according to the protocol and regulatory requirements, facilitating the timely submission of study documents for closeout.

PHARMACOVIGILANCE JOB PROFILES:

Pharmacovigilance Specialist:

• Collects, evaluates, and reports adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and adverse events (AEs) from healthcare professionals, patients, and literature sources.
• Conducts case processing activities, including data entry, coding, and narrative writing.
• Performs medical review of individual case safety reports (ICSRs) to assess causality and seriousness.

Drug Safety Associate:

• Assists in the collection, processing, and reporting of adverse events and safety data.
• Conducts initial triage and assessment of ICSRs for completeness and accuracy.
• Supports medical review activities and assists in signal detection and risk management tasks.

Pharmacovigilance Manager:

• Oversees pharmacovigilance operations and staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Manages the processing, assessment, and reporting of adverse events in accordance with global pharmacovigilance regulations.
• Provides leadership and guidance on pharmacovigilance processes, risk management, and safety surveillance activities.

Pharmacovigilance Physician:

• Provides medical expertise in the evaluation and assessment of adverse events and safety signals.
• Conducts medical review of individual case safety reports (ICSRs) to determine causality, seriousness, and expectedness..
• Supports risk management activities, including safety assessments, signal detection, and risk minimization strategies.

Pharmacovigilance Scientist:

• Conducts signal detection and data analysis activities to identify potential safety concerns and emerging risks.
• Performs literature review and analysis to gather safety-related information and evidence.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to assess and mitigate safety risks throughout the product lifecycle.

Regulatory Affairs Specialist:

• Ensures compliance with pharmacovigilance regulations and guidelines, including reporting requirements and submissions to regulatory authorities.
• Supports the preparation and submission of periodic safety reports (PSURs), risk management plans (RMPs), and other regulatory documents.
• Provides regulatory guidance on pharmacovigilance-related issues and assists in regulatory inspections and audits.

Quality Assurance Specialist:

• Conducts audits and inspections to evaluate compliance with pharmacovigilance regulations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality standards.
• Reviews pharmacovigilance processes, procedures, and documentation for adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Provides recommendations for process improvements and corrective actions to ensure data integrity and patient safety.