Trauma Data Abstractor - Onsite

About the role

Full-time, day-shift position. The Trauma Data Abstractor is responsible for the collection and abstraction of required department, state, and national trauma data elements into the trauma registry database for all patients meeting trauma inclusion criteria. This position is onsite.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of registry data
• Report registry data for performance improvement activities and other internal and external requests
• Collect and maintain data on continuing education for all trauma providers for compliance

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in coding and trauma registry
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Certified Specialist in Trauma Registries (required within 2 years of employment)
• Completion of ICD-10 coding program or equivalent experience
• ICD-9-CM / ICD-10-CM coding proficiency
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes, and clinical/therapeutic modalities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access