Offer summary

Qualifications:

Graduate of Health Information Management or equivalent experience in a health-related field., Minimum of one year trauma registrar experience required for remote positions., Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology related to trauma processes., Familiarity with electronic Medical Records and database management skills..

Key responsibilities:

Abstract and code trauma-related data from medical records and laboratory reports.

Utilize electronic Medical Records for data management and reporting.

Attend required trauma registrar courses within 12 months of hire.

Ensure compliance with trauma registry principles and medical records policies.

Job description

Graduate of Health Information Management baccalaureate OR an equivalent combination of education and experience in a health-related field. This to include experience in coding, abstracting data, or emergency room activities for the required education/certification.

Understanding of medical terminology required. Utilization of electronic Medical Records. Fully remote positions require a minimum of one year trauma registrar experience.

Must have previously attended, or attend within 12 months of hire the following courses: The American Trauma Society’s Trauma Registrar Course or equivalent provided by a state trauma program, The Association of the Advancement of Automotive Medicine’s Injury Scaling Course, ICD-10 Coding Course that must be refreshed every 5 years.

Knowledge of principles and practices of trauma registry and medical records and policies and procedures. Knowledge of indexing, classification and staging systems. Will need to know medical terminology, anatomy and physiology pertaining to trauma processes. Database management skills, especially in abstracting and coding trauma related data from medical records and laboratory reports that are computerized. Knowledge of report writing. Good computer and interpersonal skills.

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