Senior Clinical Coding Specialist

Summary

Join AbbVie's Global Coding Team (GCT) as a primary coding resource for clinical trials. You will ensure accurate and consistent coding of medical data using MedDRA and WHODrug, adhering to company conventions. Responsibilities include serving as a subject matter expert, supporting the identification of prohibited medications, contributing to project goals, and collaborating with stakeholders. You will participate in developing coding conventions and mentoring less experienced coders. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a health science field and 5+ years of clinical trial coding experience is preferred. AbbVie offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree with a related health science background (e.g., RN, BSN, RPh)
• Have working knowledge of medical and medication terminology
• Have working knowledge of MedDRA and WHODrug
• Have working knowledge of Clinical trial data systems and/or EDC coding tools
• Be able to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities
• Demonstrate effective problem-solving and communication skills
• Be able to work independently as well as in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary coding resource for assigned studies and act as subject matter expert to study team members and other key stakeholders
• Accurately code clinical trial data using MedDRA and WHODrug in accordance with company conventions
• Effectively perform all Clinical Coding Team workflow requirements through the life of the trial
• Support the identification of prohibited medications and/or other related exclusionary data
• Contribute to the development of and timely achievement of projects and goals
• Represent Clinical Coding Team when collaborating with study team members and/or other key stakeholders
• Participate in the development and/or maintenance of coding conventions, Standard Operating Procedures, Guidelines and/or Work Instruction documents
• Participate in the completion of dictionary upversioning workflow activities
• Support departmental and cross-functional business requirements
• Serve as a mentor and coach to new and/or less experienced coders

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess an Advanced degree
• Have 5+ years of Clinical Trial Coding Experience

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Participation in short-term incentive programs