Clinical Database Coordinator

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location American Dental Associates (ADA) Job Description Job Duties: Performs daily data abstraction from electronic medical record (EMR) system and entry into relevant clinical databases based on database specifications. Develops user defined screens for additional data collection as requested. Assures that all system upgrades are functional and current. Coordinates all data collection and data entry on all required patients with an emphasis on data integrity and quality. Processes all pertinent patient information and produces monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as scheduled or requested by Heart Center physicians, leadership teams, and administrators. Complies with all, but is not limited to, HIPAA regulations, IRB, and regulatory agencies. Confers regularly with Heart Center Data Manager, Heart Center DAR Systems Reporting Specialist, and Physician Leads for each database, relative to progress of projects, problems, etc. Prepares and submits progress, summary and final written reports of projects as required with follow up as directed. In collaboration with other participating centers and consultants, utilizes data from multi-center quality projects to enhance quality of care or identify opportunities for improvement in patient outcomes. Continually seeks ways to improve individual and department performance. Helps develop and communicate innovations to department leadership and works collaboratively with other department members to implement appropriate performance improvement processes as a response to trend analysis. Participates and supports departmental goals for quality improvement in critically ill patients. Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the health care team. Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Broad based knowledge of nursing and clinical care practices and medical terminology acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Healthcare preferred.
Knowledge of critical care nursing procedures and standards, strongly preferred.
Knowledge of database development and statistical analysis.
Demonstrated competencies in Word, Excel and database registries.
Ability to problem solve and work with IM to resolve database and upgrade issues.
Must be able to work independently.
Analytical skills necessary to resolve complex patient problems, develop standards of care and procedures, and evaluate the quality of care.
An understanding of Lurie Children’s health care delivery system and the impact of other health care delivery systems on the patient and family.
Mental and sensory abilities to read, process and interpret clinical data.
Interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with interdisciplinary health team members, other Lurie Children’s departments, and consumers.

Responsibilities

Performs daily data abstraction from electronic medical record (EMR) system and entry into relevant clinical databases based on database specifications.
Develops user defined screens for additional data collection as requested.
Assures that all system upgrades are functional and current.
Coordinates all data collection and data entry on all required patients with an emphasis on data integrity and quality.
Processes all pertinent patient information and produces monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as scheduled or requested by Heart Center physicians, leadership teams, and administrators.
Complies with all, but is not limited to, HIPAA regulations, IRB, and regulatory agencies.
Confers regularly with Heart Center Data Manager, Heart Center DAR Systems Reporting Specialist, and Physician Leads for each database, relative to progress of projects, problems, etc.
Prepares and submits progress, summary and final written reports of projects as required with follow up as directed.
In collaboration with other participating centers and consultants, utilizes data from multi-center quality projects to enhance quality of care or identify opportunities for improvement in patient outcomes.
Continually seeks ways to improve individual and department performance.
Helps develop and communicate innovations to department leadership and works collaboratively with other department members to implement appropriate performance improvement processes as a response to trend analysis.
Participates and supports departmental goals for quality improvement in critically ill patients.
Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the health care team.
Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.

Benefits

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program