Trauma Registrar

Hennepin County Medical Center • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

The Trauma Registrar is responsible for the detailed review, abstraction, and input of patient information into trauma and burn registry databases under the supervision of the Trauma Program Manager. This casual, remote position does not guarantee hours or benefits and involves collecting and managing data related to trauma and burn patients admitted or referred to Hennepin Healthcare.

Requirements

• Completion of an Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management.
• 2-3 years of experience with medical terminology, anatomy, coding, data abstraction, and data management.
• Experience with the ICD-10 coding classification system.

Nice To Haves

• RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) or RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) certification.
• Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist (CAISS).
• Certified Specialist in Trauma Registry (CSTR).
• Experience at a Level I or II Trauma Center or verified Burn Center.
• Working knowledge of ESO TraumaBase, ESO Burn Registry, or BData/BCQP burn registry databases.

Responsibilities

• Collects data from patient electronic health records and various computer-generated sources for trauma and burn patients.
• Determines trauma or burn patient eligibility inclusion criteria and accurately enters data into registries.
• Encodes data using ICD-10 coding, trauma registry coding, and injury severity scoring according to established guidelines.
• Maintains record keeping such as weekly time studies and tracking of cases.
• Ensures accurate data entry of injuries, procedures, and required data fields as per NTDS, ABA, and MNTrauma standards.
• Maintains code files and data dictionary.
• Participates in data validation processes for accuracy and consistency.
• Engages in educational experiences and meetings related to trauma services.
• Assists with preparation for trauma and burn center verification site visits and quality projects.

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility
• Opportunity for professional development through education and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree