Trauma Registry Specialist - Data & Reporting

Baylor Scott & White Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Trauma Registrar at Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas identifies trauma registry patients, collects and accurately enters all required data elements, and assists with timely reporting to the Texas Department of State Health Services, following regulatory requirements.

They identify patients daily that meet National Trauma Databank criteria, abstract detailed clinical and administrative data from the medical record, ensure confidentiality, run reports to promote process improvements and

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in trauma data registry or similar role.
• Knowledge of ICD-10, AIS, ISS coding and Trauma Registry concepts.
• Completion of AAAM AIS or related courses per note.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Medical terminology

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

The Trauma Registrar at Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas identifies trauma registry patients, collects and accurately enters all required data elements, and assists with timely reporting to the Texas Department of State Health Services, following regulatory requirements.

They identify patients daily that meet National Trauma Databank criteria, abstract detailed clinical and administrative data from the medical record, ensure confidentiality, run reports to promote process improvements and