Identifies, abstracts, data enters and codes trauma patient records using TraumaBase. The registrar has contact with various departments throughout the hospital. The registrar will demonstrate knowledge and ability in trauma registry methodology, case abstraction, data entry, coding and simple ad hoc reporting.
Education
Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED
Additional requirements:
Preferred educational qualifications: Health information management systems (HIMS
Position specific testing requirement: Medical terminology and Basic anatomy
Experience
Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3years of job-related experience
Prior job title or occupational experience: Trauma Registry, HIMS, Health Unit Coordinator
Prior specific functional responsibilities: Data abstraction and ability to use computer programs
Preferred experience: Previous registry experience or Health Unit Coordinator or HIMS.
Knowledge/Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office; especially Excel, computerized databases, Electronic Medical records,
Demonstrates ability to collate and assess raw data, ability to analyze data.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, maintains confidentiality; HIPAA compliance, strong attention to detail
American Trauma Society Registrar Course or State equivalent within 1 year of hire required by the American College of Surgeons
Association of advancement of automotive medicine injury scaling course within 1 year of hire required by the American College of Surgeons
Achieve 8 hours of registry specific continuing education required by the American College of Surgeons
Successfully achieve Certified Specialist in Trauma Registry within 2 years of hire and with no more than 2 attempts
