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Legacy Health Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Caring for trauma patients takes a team of experts from various fields to deliver the information and insights that make a powerful difference. When it comes to trauma data management, it’s about professionals who can review abstract and validate data for the Trauma Registry, submit data to state and regulatory agencies and work as a liaison between performance improvement functions and the registry. If you possess these skills, and you want to be part of a healthcare community committed to making life better for others, we invite you to consider this opportunity.
Responsibilities
The Lead Trauma Registrar plays a pivotal role in the management and coordination of the trauma registry. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely data collection, entry, and analysis of trauma patient information, in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and research guidelines. The lead registrar will work closely with trauma care teams, quality improvement committees, and external agencies to monitor effectiveness of trauma services and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.
The Lead Trauma Registrar will supervise and train a team of trauma registrars, ensuring adherence to best practices, data accuracy, and compliance with state and national trauma registry standards.
The role requires a high level of attention to detail, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of trauma care protocols and health data management.
The Lead Trauma Registrar collects, abstracts and enters clinical data for all trauma patients meeting registry entry criteria.
Data is entered into the pre-defined database to ensure the hospital remains compliant with all standards as they relate to Joint Commission, American College of Surgeons (ACS), National Trauma Database (NTDB) and the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).
The position will act as a resource for the trauma registry team as well as the trauma program and committees.
The position will monitor the team for compliance with established assignments and goals.
Education
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in a healthcare related field or successful completion of American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) approved program or equivalent.
Experience
Trauma Registrar experience required. Minimum of 2 years of combined ICD-10 CM/PCS coding and Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) coding.
Skills
Proficient in computer processing and data management. Accurately perform ICD-10 and AIS coding. Read and understand anatomy and medical terminology. Function independently with minimal supervision. Ability to lead, mentor, and provide direction to team Effectively communicate with a diverse group of interdisciplinary individuals. Uphold HIPAA compliance. Demonstrate the ability to prioritize requests and assignments. Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Licensure
Certification/Licensure
CAISS Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist required within 1 year from hire. Completion of a Trauma Registry course, AIS 15 coding course, and an ICD 10 coding course within 1 year of hire. CCS, RHIT, RHIA or other equivalent certification preferred.
Pay Range
USD $31.06 - USD $44.41 /Hr.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Trauma Registrar - Lead
role at
Legacy Health 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Trauma Registrar - Lead
role at
Legacy Health Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Caring for trauma patients takes a team of experts from various fields to deliver the information and insights that make a powerful difference. When it comes to trauma data management, it’s about professionals who can review abstract and validate data for the Trauma Registry, submit data to state and regulatory agencies and work as a liaison between performance improvement functions and the registry. If you possess these skills, and you want to be part of a healthcare community committed to making life better for others, we invite you to consider this opportunity.
Responsibilities
The Lead Trauma Registrar plays a pivotal role in the management and coordination of the trauma registry. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely data collection, entry, and analysis of trauma patient information, in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and research guidelines. The lead registrar will work closely with trauma care teams, quality improvement committees, and external agencies to monitor effectiveness of trauma services and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.
The Lead Trauma Registrar will supervise and train a team of trauma registrars, ensuring adherence to best practices, data accuracy, and compliance with state and national trauma registry standards.
The role requires a high level of attention to detail, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of trauma care protocols and health data management.
The Lead Trauma Registrar collects, abstracts and enters clinical data for all trauma patients meeting registry entry criteria.
Data is entered into the pre-defined database to ensure the hospital remains compliant with all standards as they relate to Joint Commission, American College of Surgeons (ACS), National Trauma Database (NTDB) and the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).
The position will act as a resource for the trauma registry team as well as the trauma program and committees.
The position will monitor the team for compliance with established assignments and goals.
Education
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in a healthcare related field or successful completion of American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) approved program or equivalent.
Experience
Trauma Registrar experience required. Minimum of 2 years of combined ICD-10 CM/PCS coding and Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) coding.
Skills
Proficient in computer processing and data management. Accurately perform ICD-10 and AIS coding. Read and understand anatomy and medical terminology. Function independently with minimal supervision. Ability to lead, mentor, and provide direction to team Effectively communicate with a diverse group of interdisciplinary individuals. Uphold HIPAA compliance. Demonstrate the ability to prioritize requests and assignments. Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Licensure
Certification/Licensure
CAISS Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist required within 1 year from hire. Completion of a Trauma Registry course, AIS 15 coding course, and an ICD 10 coding course within 1 year of hire. CCS, RHIT, RHIA or other equivalent certification preferred.
Pay Range
USD $31.06 - USD $44.41 /Hr.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Legacy Health by 2x Get notified about new Medical Coder jobs in
Portland, OR . Medical Coder II Outpatient (OR/WA residency required)
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