Trauma Registrar

Starting at $30.00 per hour, Negotiable

Job Summary: Reporting to the Trauma Program Director, the Trauma Registrar will assist in the efficient operation of the Trauma Patient Registry by collecting and compiling statistics and data analysis as required for American College of Surgeons compliance, NYS Department of Health reporting, as well as other agencies and reports. The Trauma Registrar is responsible for data collection, both abstracting and analyzing, data entry and data completion. Will help to prepare for site visits from accrediting agencies. Will assist the Trauma Program Manager by collecting and tracking data and analyzing as appropriate. Will prepare reports as needed and will maintain consistency and quality in the data collection system, including admissions, abstracting, coding and entering information into the trauma database. Will retrieve data for quality assurance purposes. Also will remain compliant with New York State Trauma requests for data. Assists with Performance Improvement initiatives.

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred in healthcare or related field.

2. Experience: Minimum of 1-3 yrs experience in a hospital setting working directly with the Trauma Registry preferred. Preferably knowledgeable of American College of Surgeons Standards and hospital accreditation requirements. Required to demonstrate knowledge of medical record content, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Demonstrate experience in computer data entry, databases, and data retrieval is desirable.

3. Training/Certification: RN preferred or CSTR certification. Certified Specialist in Trauma Registry (CSTR) through the American Trauma Society’s Registrar Certification Board is desired upon hire. Must be obtained within 2 years of hire.

4. Other: Must have strong critical thinking skills. Must be able to multitask in a fast paced and strenuous environment. Must have a positive and courteous demeanor.