Virginia Commonwealth University Health
Trauma Registrar - Rotating
Virginia Commonwealth University Health, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
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Richmond, VAtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id:
R35151The Trauma/Surgery Registrar supports the VCU Health System’s adult or pediatric Trauma and Surgical Programs and organizational requirements for verification as Level 1 Trauma/Surgery Center by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the American College of Surgeons by maintaining a registry database. This includes identification of cases for inclusion into the registry database, abstraction of data from various sources including the electronic medical record, prehospital databases, and other data sources.
The Trauma/Surgery Registrar assigns ICD-10 diagnosis codes and other specialized coding (including Abbreviated Injury (AIS) Scores) to procedures, comorbidities and complications according to methodologies and coding rules. This position performs on-going daily chart reviews on all patients and enters data into the Registry.
The Trauma/Surgery Registrar reports complications and quality issues to the Supervisor. The Trauma/Surgery Registrar ensures adherence to data management protocols set forth to ensure accurate and timely reporting of data to the organization and regulatory agencies.
The Trauma/Surgery Registrar assists with performance improvement activities.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Certified Professional Coder (CPC); Certified Coding Specialist (CCS); or equivalent coding certification or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferredLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Certification by the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine as an Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist (CAISS) within 18 months of hire is required for Trauma Registrars orCertified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CSS), or other equivalent coding certification within 18 months of hire is required for Surgery RegistrarsExperience REQUIRED:One (1) year work experience in registry data abstraction/coding, or two (2) years of experience in medical data abstraction/codingProficiency with MS Office software including email, MS-Word, and MS-ExcelExperience PREFERRED:Experience in trauma or surgery registry abstraction/coding depending on job assignmentExpert skills using Windows-based software (word processing, spreadsheet, databases)Abstracting experience using current requirements by state and national regulatory bodiesExperience with medical terminology and acronyms related to diagnosis, procedures, complications and comorbid conditionsExperience with accurate and timely data entry and verification to maintain high standards of data quality controlEducation/training REQUIRED: (Note: work experience may be considered in lieu of credentials not required by law with HR approval.Work experience must be specific to role)Associate’s Degree in any field that includes two semesters of medical terminology and Anatomy/Physiology, or in medical records coding from an accredited programEducation/training PREFERRED:Completion of ICD-10 coding coursesIndependent action(s) required:Performs daily chart reviews on specific patients.Assigns ICD-10 and other specialized codes and enters data into the registry.Interprets medical information.The Registrar is assigned patients of basic to moderate complexity including patients with multiple complications, including deaths.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/AAdditional position requirements:Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends when necessary based on case volumes and state/national verification site surveys.Age Specific groups served: N/APhysical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical Lifting less than 20 lbs.Activities: Prolonged sitting,Repetitive motion Keyboarding, MouseMental/Sensory:Strong recall,Reasoning,Problem solving,Hearing,Speak clearly,Write legibly,Reading,Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to adapt to frequent changeThis position is a day/evening shift position and remote work is possibleRotatingEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Richmond, VAtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id:
R35151The Trauma/Surgery Registrar supports the VCU Health System’s adult or pediatric Trauma and Surgical Programs and organizational requirements for verification as Level 1 Trauma/Surgery Center by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the American College of Surgeons by maintaining a registry database. This includes identification of cases for inclusion into the registry database, abstraction of data from various sources including the electronic medical record, prehospital databases, and other data sources.
The Trauma/Surgery Registrar assigns ICD-10 diagnosis codes and other specialized coding (including Abbreviated Injury (AIS) Scores) to procedures, comorbidities and complications according to methodologies and coding rules. This position performs on-going daily chart reviews on all patients and enters data into the Registry.
The Trauma/Surgery Registrar reports complications and quality issues to the Supervisor. The Trauma/Surgery Registrar ensures adherence to data management protocols set forth to ensure accurate and timely reporting of data to the organization and regulatory agencies.
The Trauma/Surgery Registrar assists with performance improvement activities.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Certified Professional Coder (CPC); Certified Coding Specialist (CCS); or equivalent coding certification or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferredLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Certification by the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine as an Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist (CAISS) within 18 months of hire is required for Trauma Registrars orCertified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CSS), or other equivalent coding certification within 18 months of hire is required for Surgery RegistrarsExperience REQUIRED:One (1) year work experience in registry data abstraction/coding, or two (2) years of experience in medical data abstraction/codingProficiency with MS Office software including email, MS-Word, and MS-ExcelExperience PREFERRED:Experience in trauma or surgery registry abstraction/coding depending on job assignmentExpert skills using Windows-based software (word processing, spreadsheet, databases)Abstracting experience using current requirements by state and national regulatory bodiesExperience with medical terminology and acronyms related to diagnosis, procedures, complications and comorbid conditionsExperience with accurate and timely data entry and verification to maintain high standards of data quality controlEducation/training REQUIRED: (Note: work experience may be considered in lieu of credentials not required by law with HR approval.Work experience must be specific to role)Associate’s Degree in any field that includes two semesters of medical terminology and Anatomy/Physiology, or in medical records coding from an accredited programEducation/training PREFERRED:Completion of ICD-10 coding coursesIndependent action(s) required:Performs daily chart reviews on specific patients.Assigns ICD-10 and other specialized codes and enters data into the registry.Interprets medical information.The Registrar is assigned patients of basic to moderate complexity including patients with multiple complications, including deaths.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/AAdditional position requirements:Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends when necessary based on case volumes and state/national verification site surveys.Age Specific groups served: N/APhysical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical Lifting less than 20 lbs.Activities: Prolonged sitting,Repetitive motion Keyboarding, MouseMental/Sensory:Strong recall,Reasoning,Problem solving,Hearing,Speak clearly,Write legibly,Reading,Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to adapt to frequent changeThis position is a day/evening shift position and remote work is possibleRotatingEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. #J-18808-Ljbffr