Trauma Registrar

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE R esponsible for managing Trauma Registry activities and facilitating continuous quality assessment and improvement in the delivery of trauma care by data collection, data management, data analysis and reporting of trauma program activities and results. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION T he Department of Acute Care Surgery, Trauma and Surgical Critical Care provides exceptional, state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary care for adults and children who require urgent or emergency surgery because of an accident or sudden illness. This care often begins before the patient arrives and continues throughout the patient’s hospitalization and following discharge. EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS H igh school diploma or equivalent required. Two (2) years experience in healthcare required. Experience must include a detailed knowledge of medical terminology and medical records. One (1) year directly related work experience abstracting and coding information using ICD -10 CM inpatient coding required. The following is required within one (1) year of hire: Abbreviated Injury Scale ( AIS ) training. Successful completion of American Trauma Society Trauma Registrar Course. Successful completion of an anatomy course preferred. Abbreviated Injury Scale ( AIS ) coding experience preferred. Certified Trauma registrar and CCA (Certified Coding Specialist) preferred. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES C onflict resolution - Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions. Problem Solving - Ability to identify complex problems, review related information, employ creativity and alternative thinking to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Communication and Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology as well as electronic medical record systems. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS R arely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 – 100% of the time) CLIMB - STAIRS LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 – 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds BEND FORWARD at waist KNEEL (on knees) STAND WALK – LEVEL SURFACE ROTATE TRUNK S tanding REACH - Upward PUSH (0 - 20 pounds force) PULL (0 - 20 pounds force) SIT CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds REACH - Forward ROTATE TRUNK S itting MANUAL DEXTERITY H ands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH F ingers GRASP H and/Fist None specified