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Senior Coding Specialist- Costa Rica (Home Based)

fortrea
Companyfortrea
CategoryHealthcare
LocationSan Jose, Escazu
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelSenior
SalaryNot stated by the employer
First seen2 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date)
Last verified9 Aug 2026
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Description
Senior Coding Specialist 📍 Costa Rica ✅ Candidates must be based in Costa Rica Are you passionate about medical coding quality and clinical data integrity? We’re looking for a Senior Coding Specialist based in Costa Rica to support high‑quality, compliant clinical trial data across global studies. What you’ll do • Review and ensure the quality and consistency of medical coded data delivered by external vendors • Provide oversight of outsourced coding activities, including dictionary and synonym reviews • Support MedDRA and WHO Drug Dictionary upversioning across multiple studies • Act as a subject matter expert for dictionary usage and coding quality • Identify and escalate coding-related issues, proposing clear and practical solutions • Ensure compliance with ICH/GCP, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices What you bring • Degree in Life Sciences, Health-related field, or equivalent experience • Fluent English (written and spoken) • 5+ years of experience in medical coding using MedDRA and WHO Drug Dictionaries • Experience in a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology environment • Strong attention to detail, ability to manage priorities, and a collaborative mindset • Experience with coding tools (e.g., Veeva, Medidata RAVE Coder) is a plus Why join us • Work on global, high‑impact clinical research studies • Be recognized as a medical coding and dictionary expert • Collaborate with experienced, international teams • Grow your career in Clinical Data Management 👉 Important: This position is based in Costa Rica , and applications will only be considered from candidates currently located in Costa Rica . Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here .