Trauma Registry Specialist

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health is seeking a Health Information Management professional to support the Trauma Registry and data abstraction for trauma cases in Mobile, AL.

The role focuses on collecting core information from patient records, coding injuries, and maintaining data quality for monthly Quality Improvement reporting. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the trauma team in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience in Health Information Management Required.
• RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician preferred and will substitute for the required experience.
• RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator preferred and will substitute for the required experience.
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Abides by compliance requirements and policies in an ethical manner.
• Reviews Emergency Department records to identify trauma admissions for the trauma registry.
• Obtains core information for patient records and enters data into approved software.
• Maintains confidentiality and security of patient data stored in the Trauma Registry.
• Codes trauma injuries and AIS scoring; maintains data quality and reporting.
• Attends trauma conferences and maintains official minutes.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

AIS coding

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

RHIT preferred

RHIA preferred

Job description

USA Health is seeking a Health Information Management professional to support the Trauma Registry and data abstraction for trauma cases in Mobile, AL.

The role focuses on collecting core information from patient records, coding injuries, and maintaining data quality for monthly Quality Improvement reporting. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the trauma team in a fast-paced hospital environment.