Trauma Registrar
Newport News, VA
Posted 3 weeks ago
Job Description
Hiring Range
$23.90 - $31.10/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.Overview
Responsible for following all policies and procedures associated with the coding classification schemes to assign diagnostic and procedural codes to the trauma patient population. Contributes to the proper management of health information through consistent and accurate code assignment processes adhering to all regulatory coding principles. Responsible for overseeing trauma registry activity, including maintenance of a comprehensive trauma registry meeting the requirements of the Virginia Trauma Designation process. This position is responsible for downloading accurate data to the state and national data registries. Additionally, this individual coordinates the collection and analysis of statistical data related to the clinical outcomes for the designated patient populations, supporting the DNV initiatives for outcomes research. The Registrar works to improve the quality of the trauma program through the tracking and dissemination of various quality indicators.
What you will do
- Maintains annual competencies.
- Promotes RHS through physician relationships. Facilitates medical staff participation in quality management and program leadership.
- Demonstrates the ability to work within RHS's policies and procedures regarding work assignments, attendance, and interpersonal relations.
- Participates in public relations, marketing, and outreach programs to promote the trauma system program and to provide trauma prevention education to the community.
- Abstracts data from patient charts in an accurate and timely manner with minimal variances.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED, (Required)
Experience
- 2 years Anatomy and medical terminology background and/or coding experience (Preferred)
- 1 year Healthcare and medical record experience (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
- Certified Specialist in Trauma Registries (CSTR) - American Trauma Society (ATS) Certification Examination for Trauma Registrars within 2 Years(Required)
To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.
Riverside Health
Riverside Health is a non-profit, integrated network of hospitals, physicians, continuing care facilities, wellness centers, etc. providing comprehensive, high quality health care services to citizens of eastern Virginia. Riverside has been the leading provider of state-of-the-art healthcare in the region since 1915.All information shared on this social media platform is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care providers with any questions you may have regarding your health. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard or read.
Salaries
Posted range
$24/hr – $31/hr
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