Registrar Trauma - Full Time

Meritus Health External•Hagerstown, MD

About The Position

The Trauma Registrar ensures the accurate collection, coding, and maintenance of trauma-related data for patients meeting the inclusion criteria established by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS). The role supports Meritus Health’s Trauma Center designation and contributes to quality improvement, reimbursement, education, research, and prevention efforts. The Registrar collaborates with clinical teams, abstracts medical records, and produces reports that inform care strategies and system performance. This position is full-time, 80 hours biweekly, with a schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with no weekends or holidays. It requires graduation from an approved School of Nursing, at least two years of acute care nursing or trauma registry experience, and a Maryland LPN license. A Maryland RN license and Certified Trauma Registrar (CTR) certification are preferred. The role requires skill in medical-record review, data collection and abstraction, software use, organization, communication, independent work, and managing multiple priorities.

Requirements

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing.
At least two years of acute care nursing experience or trauma registry experience.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Maryland; compact state licenses must have “Multi-State Privilege.”
Proficiency with database, spreadsheet, and reporting software.
Experience in data collection, abstraction, and medical record review.
Ability to install and maintain PC-based software systems.
Strong organizational skills and flexibility to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Commitment to data-driven quality improvement and trauma system excellence.

Nice To Haves

Previous trauma registry experience.
Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland; compact state licenses must have “Multi-State Privilege.”
Certified Trauma Registrar (CTR) certification.

Responsibilities

Collect and maintain complete, accurate data for trauma patients in accordance with MIEMSS inclusion criteria.
Abstract medical records to identify injuries, complications, procedures, and quality-of-care indicators.
Apply appropriate coding for trauma diagnoses and procedures using standardized classification systems.
Evaluate data for trends and contribute to quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
Respond to internal and external requests for trauma-related data supporting reimbursement, education, research, and prevention activities.
Use databases, spreadsheets, and graphic tools to produce reports and presentations.
Maintain trauma registry software and ensure data integrity and compliance.
Collaborate with trauma program leadership and clinical teams to support designation and accreditation standards.
Uphold Meritus Health’s values of excellence, integrity, and collaboration.