Trauma Program Registrar - 1.0 Full Time Day Shift - Henry Ford Macomb Hospital

Henry Ford Health System; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trauma Registry Specialist to oversee all aspects of Trauma Registry operations. This role involves data collection, entry, and analysis, ensuring compliance with state and regional regulatory agencies. The ideal candidate will have an Associate Degree in Health Information Technology or equivalent experience, alongside strong computer skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the hospital's accreditation as a Verified Trauma Center, making a significant impact on patient care and safety. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in trauma services.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent Trauma Registry experience required.
• Intermediate computer skills needed for data entry and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all components of Trauma Registry operations.
• Interact with regulatory agencies to ensure data quality and integrity.

Skills

Data Collection

Data Entry

Data Analysis

Intermediate Computer Skills

Education

Associate Degree in Health Information Technology/Management

Completion of ATS Trauma Registrar Course

Tools

Database Applications

Spreadsheet Software

Job description

Trauma Registry Specialist

Under minimal supervision, responsible for all components of Trauma Registry operations including data collection, data entry and retrieval, data quality and integrity, data analysis, display, and statistical conversion. Interact with state and regional regulatory agencies to provide required data, ensuring the hospital's accreditation as a Verified Trauma Center. This role aligns with the most recent criteria outlined in the American College of Surgeons (ACS) document, Resource for the Optimal Care of the Injured Patient, regarding registrar activities.

Education and Experience Required:

• Associate Degree in Health Information Technology/Management or completion of a correspondence course sponsored by the American Health Information Management Association, OR equivalent Trauma Registry experience (e.g., American Trauma Society (ATS) Registry Course and/or Abbreviated Injury Severity (AIS) Scoring Course).
• Intermediate computer skills, including data entry, spreadsheet creation, database applications, and software usage.

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), OR
• Verification of completion of the ATS Trauma Registrar Course and/or AIS Scoring Course.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
• Department: Trauma Services HFMH
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable