Trauma Registrar

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Remote

About The Position

Prioritizes and coordinates the activities for the Trauma Registry in order to meet schedules and deadlines, maintain current and accurate procedures and practices. Performs a variety of functions to support the collection and coordination of Trauma Performance Improvement statistics with emphasis on data entry into a comprehensive computerized management system. Acts as a liaison with the Trauma Program Manager, Medical Director(s) and trauma staff to provide reports on a scheduled and ad hoc basis. Collects trauma data for injury research and prevention, as well as quality improvement tracking and assures accuracy and confidentiality in the handling of all Trauma Registry related matters and is concerned with and active in the improvement of Trauma Program within the facility.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license, or credentialed as EMT Paramedic, or Certified Coding Specialist Registered Health Information Technician preferred.
• Trauma Registry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of database management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of statistical calculations and information display techniques.
• Knowledge of ICD-9-CM; CPT; DRG; AIS and ISS coding.
• Knowledge and proficiency in medical and hospital terminology; anatomy; pathophysiology and pharmacology.
• High degree of accuracy and efficiency in processing and maintaining database.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and coordinate activities for the Trauma Registry to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Maintain current and accurate procedures and practices for the Trauma Registry.
• Support the collection and coordination of Trauma Performance Improvement statistics.
• Perform data entry into a comprehensive computerized management system.
• Act as a liaison with the Trauma Program Manager, Medical Director(s) and trauma staff to provide reports.
• Collect trauma data for injury research and prevention, quality improvement tracking.
• Assure accuracy and confidentiality in handling all Trauma Registry related matters.
• Be concerned with and active in the improvement of the Trauma Program within the facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed