Trauma Registrar Professional Non-Clinical Hours: M-F 7AM-3:30PM Days - Full-time Paygrade/Wages/Salary Info: 13H -
Job Summary Responsible for collecting, abstracting, coding, maintaining, and inputting all aspects of patient data in accordance with the National Trauma Data Bank (NTDB), Trauma Quality Improvement Program (TQIP), and Kentucky Trauma Registry (KTR) as determined by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (ACS-COT) and OHRH needs in order for Owensboro Health Regional Hospital to receive/maintain trauma verification through the ACS-COT and designation through the Kentucky Trauma Advisory Committee (KYTAC). # Job Responsibilities Accurately collects, abstracts, codes, and inputs patient information and clinical data from all sources into the trauma registry. Performs data validation as required by the American College of Surgeons and maintains a 90% accuracy rate of trauma registry data content. Ensures all documentation produced by the registry meets the current requirements of the National Trauma Data Bank (NTDB). Assists the medical staff, trauma committee members, and hospital administration, as needed, with requests for information and special data analysis. Adheres to American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (ACS-COT) current criteria for chart closure within 60-days of patient discharge. Participates in Trauma Performance Improvement and ACS Committee meetings and educational conferences in order to maintain and expand Trauma Registry knowledge base Obtains, manages, and articulates information from outside agencies such as emergency medical services, transferring/referring healthcare organizations, and coroner office(s). Participates in internal and community outreach education on injury prevention, trauma systems, and trauma data. Qualifications Associate#s degree or higher in healthcare related field required upon hire AND Successful completion of The American Trauma Society#s Trauma Registrar Course required within 1 year of employment in this position AND Successful completion of Association of the Advancement of Automotive Medicine Injury Scaling (AIS) course required within 1 year of employment in this position A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree. A minimum of 1 year relevant experience required Skills and Attributes Knowledge and proficiency of the current edition of the National Trauma Data Dictionary, ICD-10 coding manuals and AIS coding standards. Provides strong customer service skills, in both verbal and written communications. Requires attention to detail. Learning and applies knowledge at a basic level relying heavily on senior staff for troubleshooting. Works under direct supervision. Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy/physiology. Physical Demands Standing: Occasionally Walking: Occasionally Sitting: Frequently Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never Lifting over 75 lbs: Never Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never Carrying over 75 lbs: Never Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never Climbing: Rarely Bending/Stooping: Rarely Kneeling: Rarely Crouching/Crawling: Rarely Reaching: Occasionally Talking: Frequently Hearing: Occasionally Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Never Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Owensboro Health Core Commitments INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers. RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community. TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future. INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health. SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do. EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.