Trauma Registrar I

Baylor Scott & White Health; Texas; Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

401(k) plan with match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO from Day 1

Résumé du poste

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Trauma Registrar to identify trauma registry patients, abstract data from medical records, and assist with timely reporting to state agencies. The role supports regulatory compliance and data accuracy within the Trauma Program Leadership team.

Essential functions include daily patient identification, data abstraction, data validation, and collaboration with physicians to ensure complete reporting for quality improvement and designation maintenance.

Qualifications

• Education: HS diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: 2 years of experience in trauma data or related registry.
• Certifications: CSTR preferred; AIS/ICD courses within 12 months; TDRC within 12 months; CAISS/CSTR within 36 months.

Responsabilités

• Identify daily patients meeting National Trauma Databank standard trauma registry inclusion criteria.
• Concurrently abstract clinical and administrative data from the medical record for hospital, accreditation, and regulatory reporting.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality in handling trauma registry matters.
• Run reports to promote process improvements and optimize patient care.
• Participate in data validation and chart auditing processes.
• Consult with physicians or clinical staff to obtain trauma case reporting information.
• Assist with timely reporting to relevant agencies.
• Work with trauma program leadership to maintain trauma designation status.
• Support Performance Improvement and Injury Prevention initiatives with accurate data abstraction.

Connaissances

Medical terminology

Trauma Registry

ICD coding

AIS/ISS scoring

Data entry

Interrater reliability

Communication skills

Formation

High school diploma/GED

AIS course within 12 months

ICD course within 12 months

TDRC course within 12 months

CSTR/CAISS certification within 36 months

Description du poste

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• 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.

Job Summary

The Trauma Registrar works with Trauma Program Leadership to identify trauma registry patients. They collect and accurately enter all required data elements. They also assist with timely reporting to the Texas Department of State Health Services, following regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Identifies patients daily that meet National Trauma Databank Standard trauma registry inclusion criteria.
• Concurrently abstracts detailed clinical and administrative data from the medical record to meet hospital, accreditation, and regulatory agency requirements.
• Ensures accuracy and confidentiality in the handling of all trauma registry related matters.
• Runs reports when requested to promote process improvements and optimum patient care.
• Participates in data validation and chart auditing process.
• Consults with physicians or other clinical staff as needed for the assistance with acquiring trauma case reporting information.
• Assists with reporting and transmitting hospital data in a timely and complete manner as required to relevant reporting agencies.
• Works closely with trauma program leadership, to maintain trauma designation status.
• Supports Trauma Program Performance Improvement and Injury prevention initiatives by providing accurate and timely data abstraction.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
• Knowledge in Trauma Registry methodology, case abstracting, and data entry.
• Knowledge of data integrity and interrater reliability processes.
• Knowledge of International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding, Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) and Injury Severity Score (ISS) scoring.
• General computer skills include using software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, handheld scanning, and email.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Certified Specialist in Trauma Registries (CSTR) preferred.
• Completion of American Traum Society's Trauma Registry Course or equivalent state approved data management course
• IDC - 10 refresher course required every 5 years

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Abbr. Injury Scale (AAAM AIS): AIS course within 12 months.

ICD10 Coding Certificate (ICD): ICD course within 12 months.

Trauma Data Registry Course (TDRC): Trauma Data Registry course within 12 months.

Cert Abbrev Injury Scale Spec (CAISS), Certified Trauma Registries (CSTR): Obtain CSTR or CAISS within 36 months. CSTR is preferred.