Trauma Registrar

This position, under minimal supervision, ensures all aspects of care for the trauma patient are entered into the trauma registry. This position

is responsible for abstracting data from the electronic health record in accordance with the National Trauma Data Bank (NTDB) and state of

Colorado standards. 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. 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 Registry Program within the facility. Works collaboratively with the

Trauma Nurse Coordinators and Performance Improvement Nurse

Work Experience :

1-3 years One year coding experience OR previous working with trauma registry databases and handling medical information

in a health care setting. Required

Licenses :

CSTR-Certified Specialist Trauma Registries - ATS - American Trauma Society or

AIS-Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale - AAAM - Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Possess good computer keyboarding skills.

Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

Knowledge of organizational structure, work flow, and operating procedures.

Microsoft Office products.

Ability to read and interpret clinical data from a medical record.

Familiarity with ICD 10 Diagnosis and procedure coding preferred.

Familiarity with Abbreviated Injury Scale / Injury Severity Scores (AIS / ISS) preferred.

Experience with computer databases preferred.