Job Category:
Administrative & Clerical
Work Shift/Schedule:
8 Hr Morning - Afternoon
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About the Role:Job SummaryThe Trauma Registrar's primary responsibility is for Trauma Registry data abstraction and input. This includes such activities as identification of patients meeting Registry inclusion criteria, chart abstraction, AIS and ICD-9 coding, and data entry. The Trauma Registrar primarily works 8:30 - 5:00 pm, but hours may vary based on the needs of the department.
Minimum Job QualificationsLicensure or other certifications:
Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum Experience: Minimum two (2) years previous experience in the healthcare field, including knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD-9 coding, chart abstraction and data collection.
Other:
Preferred Job Qualifications Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExcellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel and Word)
Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and ICD9 diagnosis and procedure codes
Strong attention to detail and work accuracy
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong time management skills and ability to work with minimal supervision or minimal group interaction
Ability to operate standard office equipment, i.e., FAX, copier and printer
Essential Tasks and ResponsibilitiesTrauma Registry. Utilizes the Georgia Office of EMS & Trauma criteria, ICD-9 codes, and diagnoses to identify patients requiring inclusion into the Trauma Registry. Initiates medical record abstraction within 48 hours of trauma patient admission and completes Registry record in a timely manner as defined by the trauma PIPS plan. Abstracts all pertinent patient information required by the registry including but not limited to, demographics, pre-hospital, ED, inpatient, diagnoses, co-morbidities, complications and procedures.
Enters all required patient data into the Trauma Registry. Determines each patient's AIS, ISS and ICD-9 codes based on anatomic and physiologic data in the medical record.
Completes 80% of trauma records within 60 days of patient discharge. Assures all registry data is complete and accurate prior to submitting to supervisor for review and final submission of reports to required regulatory agencies. Creates basic reports, charts and graphs not requiring advanced Registry knowledge. Participates in State trauma activities, meetings and conferences at the request of the supervisor or Service Line Director.
Education and Training. Completes 2 courses within first 12 months of hire including AAAM Scaling course and ATS Registry course or equal. Completes at least 8 hours of continuing education related to Registry per year.
Helps educate new TACS staff about the Trauma Registry. Helps educate staff in other departments about the Trauma Registry and other trauma patient identification processes at the discretion of the TACS Director or Operations Manager.
Administrative Support. Actively participates in TACS PI initiatives and staff meetings.
Physical DemandsWeight Lifted: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time
Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30%
Standing/Walking: Occasionally 0-30%
Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30%
Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30%
Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving
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