Trauma Registrar - Pediatric Trauma Services - Remote Eligible

Trauma Registrar - Pediatric Trauma Services

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The Clinical Registrar in Trauma Services is responsible for medical record analysis, data abstraction, and overall data management specific to the trauma patient. Must perform functions consistent with the registrar requirements for Level Three Trauma Center accreditation as stated in the Hospital Resource Manual and participate in activities essential for the maintenance of a Level Three Trauma Center in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Responsibilities include:

• Reviews all data management activities with focus on maintaining the Trauma Registry database through data abstraction.
• Utilizes expertise in ICD-9 Coding principles, Abbreviated Injury Scale, E-codes and interpretation of Emergency Medical Services prehospital reports.
• Performs first level medical record reviews in the trauma patient population. Collects relevant patient data in accordance with accepted guidelines.
• Develops, runs, and maintains reports based on state audit filters.
• Provides administrative support to department. Assists with organization and coordination of various trauma related conferences and maintains conference minutes, collect, maintain, and analyze data; develops documents, spreadsheets. May schedule appointments and answer calls.
• May design and/or generate trauma-related reports for medical and other professional staff in accordance with guidelines for requesting Trauma Registry Data. Submits all required trauma data to the State Registry in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participates in community education and outreach activities.
• Provides injury prevention written material to patients, families and the community.
• Organizes educational presentations, exhibits, and community events for professionals and the community; and represents Carilion Clinic at conferences and professional meetings.
• Promotes programs and arranges exhibits at various community presentations and events in collaboration with the management team and Strategic Development.
• Actively participates in quality and performance improvement projects and initiatives.

What We Require:

Education: High School or equivalent required.

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience with Health Information Management records system, Allied Health Profession, HIM coding, or like experience required for non-credentialed staff.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Accredited Records Technician (ART) and/or Trauma Registrar certification preferred.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Must be familiar with medical terminology and human anatomy/physiology. Must understand medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology in assuring accuracy and consistency of data. Thorough understanding of ICD-9 codes; computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and medical records database/system; accurate keyboarding skills; verbal & written communication skills on a level to work actively and effectively with medical and professional staff; team building and problem-solving skills. Good working knowledge of computer software including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheet, and database in presentation of the data. Must be familiar with access to and use of hospital data/information systems.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic:

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training