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Medical Coding Specialist Ii

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ICON PLC
10 Jan. 2, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

Medical Coding Specialist II – ICON plc

Locations: Bangalore, Chennai, Trivandrum, Bengaluru, India
Job ID: JR139920
Department: Clinical Data Management – Full Service & Corporate Support
Work Mode: Office-Based


About ICON plc

ICON plc is a global leader in healthcare intelligence and clinical research, dedicated to delivering high-quality data, insights, and solutions that shape the future of clinical development. We foster an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative environment, empowering employees to grow professionally while contributing to the advancement of patient care worldwide.


Role Overview

ICON is seeking a Medical Coding Specialist II to join its clinical data management team across multiple locations in India. In this role, you will perform advanced coding of medical data from clinical trials, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistency across studies. You will serve as a key contributor in maintaining high-quality clinical trial data and provide guidance on coding conventions and standards.

This position is ideal for professionals with prior experience in MedDRA and WHO Drug coding, clinical trial processes, and regulatory compliance who are seeking to advance their expertise in medical coding within a global clinical research setting.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced coding of diagnoses, procedures, and medications using standardized coding systems such as MedDRA and WHO Drug.

  • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance across multiple clinical studies.

  • Collaborate with clinical, data management, and cross-functional teams to resolve complex coding discrepancies.

  • Provide expert input on medical coding conventions, SOPs, and process improvement initiatives.

  • Stay up-to-date with changes in medical coding standards and ensure their implementation in clinical trial workflows.

  • Contribute to training and mentoring of junior coders, supporting knowledge sharing and quality assurance.


Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Pharmacy, or a related field.

  • Proven experience in medical coding within a clinical research environment.

  • Hands-on experience with MedDRA and WHO Drug coding systems.

  • Strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements for medical coding.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

  • Effective communication and collaboration skills, capable of working across multidisciplinary teams.

  • Minimum 2–4 years of experience in medical coding or clinical data management is preferred.


Preferred Skills

  • Experience supporting global clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas.

  • Familiarity with coding conventions, data standards, and clinical trial documentation.

  • Knowledge of quality assurance, data reconciliation, and coding metrics reporting.


What ICON Offers

ICON values its people and promotes a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employees benefit from a range of competitive programs designed to support career growth, well-being, and work-life balance, including:

  • Competitive salary packages tailored to each location.

  • Various annual leave entitlements.

  • Comprehensive health insurance options for employees and their families.

  • Retirement planning and financial wellness programs.

  • Access to the Global Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks) with 24/7 support.

  • Life assurance coverage and flexible, location-specific benefits including childcare, gym memberships, travel subsidies, and health assessments.


Diversity & Inclusion

ICON is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment for all candidates. All qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities.


Application Guidance

  • Candidates who meet most but not all requirements are encouraged to apply.

  • Current ICON employees can apply through internal portals.

  • Submit a complete resume and relevant details to maximize consideration.