JOB SUMMARY

In collaboration with Trauma Program Leadership, the responsibility of the Trauma Registrar 2 is to ensure the Trauma Registry contains accurate, detailed, reliable, and readily accessible information needed to support the operations, quality initiatives, and research (if applicable) of the trauma center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Oversees registry database by performing edit checks, mapping, and software upgrades

Oversees data validation and chart auditing process to ensure accuracy of registry data for benchmarking and process improvement.

Assists the Trauma Program Manager/Director with orientation and leadership support of Trauma Registry staff, including training, delegation, and review of individual and team productivity.

Provides feedback to Trauma Registrars regarding data entry reports.

Develops, manages, and maintains registry data collection, validation, and reporting in conjunction with Trauma Program leadership.

Creates reports and provides data for a variety of stakeholders, including but not limited to Trauma Program leadership, Trauma Medical Director, and Trauma PI Coordinator. In addition, creates reports that support internal and external hospital-wide research projects and initiatives as requested by Trauma Program Leadership.

Analyzes data and supports Trauma performance improvement and research (if applicable) by identifying variations in patient care delivery and measuring clinical outcomes parameters and benchmarks such as response times, timeliness of care, length of stay, complications, and cost for the BSWH Trauma Center.

Ensures compliance with local, state, and national agencies that regulate trauma care.

Ensures continuous development to comply with the laws and regulations for trauma data collection reporting as well as any updates.

Ensures compliance with data quality plan.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of and ability to use computers, including word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, electronic communication, database management, and report writers.

Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Extensive knowledge of Registry maintenance and related regulations.

Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize workload, follow schedules, and meet deadlines.

Ability to work independently on assigned projects and to recommend improvement to the process of collecting, maintaining, and reporting information.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to establish productive relationships with a wide variety of health care professionals

3 years of direct Trauma Registry abstraction experience preferred

Completion of American Trauma Society?s Trauma Registry Course or equivalent state approved data management course

ICD - 10 refresher course required within the last 5 years

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

- EDUCATION - Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

- EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience

- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
       Abbr. Injury Scale (AAAM AIS)

       ICD10 Coding Certificate (ICD)

       Trauma Data Registry Course (TDRC)

       Cert Abbrev Injury Scale Spec (CAISS), Certified Trauma Registries (CSTR): .

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