Senior Medical Coding Specialist | Sponsor-Dedicated
Fortrea · Escazu, Costa Rica
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Role summary
Fortrea seeks a Senior Medical Coding Specialist to serve as a subject matter expert in a sponsor-dedicated clinical development role. The position involves independent review of coded clinical data, oversight of outsourced coding activities, dictionary management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
Where this listing comes from
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What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, biology, life sciences, health sciences, or related health discipline
- 5+ years medical coding experience with MedDRA and WHO Drug dictionaries
- 5+ years pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry experience
- Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and clinical data management processes
- Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
What you'll be doing
- Provide medical coding expertise and technical guidance on dictionary management and coding quality standards
- Perform independent review of third-party coded clinical data for consistency and quality assurance
- Oversee outsourced medical coding activities and conduct synonym dictionary reviews
- Develop, review, and maintain coding conventions, guidance documentation, and training materials
- Support MedDRA and WHO Drug Dictionary upversion activities and identify process improvements
Privacy & handoff
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