What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trauma Registrar position at Trinity Health Michigan?
Position Summary:
The Trauma Registrar identifies, codes, collects and enters reportable clinical data into the appropriate Registry database. Performs follow-up on all eligible cases. Provides incidence, treatment and outcome data for quality improvement activities, administrative planning, support programs and research activities. Aids in appropriate management conferences, committee meetings, statistical reports, special studies and research activities.
What the Trauma Registrar will do:
- Identifies eligible cases for inclusion in the registry database using appropriate resources.
- Abstracts, codes, and enters clinical and demographic information into the registry database in a timely and accurate manner per American College of Surgeons standards.
- Analyzes the information in the medical record to determine complications of care or variations from quality standards.
- Maintains all logs and records as required for the trauma registry.
- Ensures integrity of the database by identification of data problems or inconsistencies and makes needed corrections.
- Conducts follow-up of all eligible cases entered into the registry database to ensure completeness.
- Run statistical reports.
What the Trauma Registrar will need:
- High school diploma or equivalent. Plus, college level course in health care or data and information management.
- Associate's Degree in Health Information Management, Medical Terminology or Anatomy and Physiology preferred
- 1 year experience as a trauma registrar Prior knowledge of the Trauma Base registry software a plus. Has a CAISS certification, or able to obtain within 6-12 months of hire preferred
- Completion of the American Trauma Society's Trauma Registrar Course or state approved equivalent, Association of the Advancement of Automotive Medicine's Injury Scaling Course (AIS - AAAM), and an ICD-10 course. Must be completed within 1 year of hire.
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
