Erlanger
Trauma Registrar - Baroness Hospital - Trauma/Critical Care - Full-time
Erlanger, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450
Overview
The Trauma Registrar Non-Certified maintains the trauma registry in a timely fashion. The Trauma Registrar Non-Certified is responsible for daily data entry of all ICD-10, injury severity and procedure coding entered into the data registry. He/She also provides reports to all Trauma Committees and on a per request basis. In addition, the trauma registrar provides data from the registry to the State Trauma Program, NTDB, and TQIP. He/She assures all QI data elements are captured. Responsibilities
Maintain the trauma registry with daily data entry of ICD-10, injury severity and procedure coding. Provide reports to Trauma Committees and on request. Provide data from the registry to the State Trauma Program, NTDB, and TQIP; ensure QI data elements are captured. Collaborate with the Trauma Program to develop audit filters and tracking of practice/issues. Perform data validation, quarterly uploads to TQIP and state data banks, and ensure data quality (errors/edits not to exceed specified thresholds). Assist in preparation and gathering of data for ACS Pre-Review Questionnaire (PRQ) and on-site reviews; participate in quarterly meetings as assigned. Assist Erlanger Trauma Network registries as needed. Supervise and mentor other Trauma Registrars and provide education as appropriate. Qualifications
Education: High School graduate; proficient in medical terminology. Experience: Computer skills including Excel and Word. Preferred: Coding and previous database registry experience. Required within one year of hiring: AAAM/AIS Scoring Class and the Trauma Registrar Course through the American Trauma Society. Skills: Ability to create and utilize databases; proficiency with hospital applications data query software, spreadsheets and report generation software; knowledge of Internet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). Knowledge: Basic math and statistics; confidentiality per HIPAA; strong written and verbal interpersonal skills; excellent organization and time management; ability to work autonomously; strong attention to detail. Department/Position Details
The Trauma Registrar Non-Certified is responsible for all aspects of the Trauma Registry, data collection/abstraction and entry into the NTRACS Trauma Registry database on all adult trauma patients admitted to the Erlanger Health System, a Level I Trauma Center. At a minimum, 80 percent of cases must be entered within 60 days of discharge. Quality of data is monitored and maintained (errors/edits should not exceed 7%). He/She reviews all updates and remains current on coding guidelines. Standards and guidelines are followed in strict accordance with the American College of Surgeons and the Tennessee Trauma Registry. Other duties as assigned. Supports the mission of Erlanger Health Systems and participates in Quality Improvement initiatives. Self-directed and able to work with interruptions and changing priorities; highly detailed and team oriented. Abstraction and interpretation of patient medical records with in-depth chart reviews regarding Trauma and Non-Trauma populations; ICD-10-CM code assignment, ISS scoring, comorbidities, treatments, complications, medications, and TQIP process measures. Works with National Trauma Quality Improvement Program (TQIP) and the State of Tennessee as a Statewide Trauma System. Performs quarterly uploads from V5 trauma registry to TQIP and state data banks. Manages data collection to meet Level I state designation requirements and for ACS verification. Attends TCAC and Tennessee Trauma Registrar group meetings as assigned. Collaborates with the Trauma Medical Director and Trauma Program Director to develop audit filters and tracking of practice issues. Responsible for upgrades, maintenance and software updates for the Trauma Registry in collaboration with the registry vendor. Performs data validation reports weekly and oversees data entry accuracy; may supervise additional Registrars and provide feedback and education. Performs other duties as assigned. Abides by safety requirements and ensures a safe work environment. This role supports the Erlanger Trauma Network registries as needed. Position Details
Department: Emergency/Trauma, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chattanooga, TN Standard Hours: Regular; Employment Type: Full-time; Job Function: Health Care Provider; Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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The Trauma Registrar Non-Certified maintains the trauma registry in a timely fashion. The Trauma Registrar Non-Certified is responsible for daily data entry of all ICD-10, injury severity and procedure coding entered into the data registry. He/She also provides reports to all Trauma Committees and on a per request basis. In addition, the trauma registrar provides data from the registry to the State Trauma Program, NTDB, and TQIP. He/She assures all QI data elements are captured. Responsibilities
Maintain the trauma registry with daily data entry of ICD-10, injury severity and procedure coding. Provide reports to Trauma Committees and on request. Provide data from the registry to the State Trauma Program, NTDB, and TQIP; ensure QI data elements are captured. Collaborate with the Trauma Program to develop audit filters and tracking of practice/issues. Perform data validation, quarterly uploads to TQIP and state data banks, and ensure data quality (errors/edits not to exceed specified thresholds). Assist in preparation and gathering of data for ACS Pre-Review Questionnaire (PRQ) and on-site reviews; participate in quarterly meetings as assigned. Assist Erlanger Trauma Network registries as needed. Supervise and mentor other Trauma Registrars and provide education as appropriate. Qualifications
Education: High School graduate; proficient in medical terminology. Experience: Computer skills including Excel and Word. Preferred: Coding and previous database registry experience. Required within one year of hiring: AAAM/AIS Scoring Class and the Trauma Registrar Course through the American Trauma Society. Skills: Ability to create and utilize databases; proficiency with hospital applications data query software, spreadsheets and report generation software; knowledge of Internet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). Knowledge: Basic math and statistics; confidentiality per HIPAA; strong written and verbal interpersonal skills; excellent organization and time management; ability to work autonomously; strong attention to detail. Department/Position Details
The Trauma Registrar Non-Certified is responsible for all aspects of the Trauma Registry, data collection/abstraction and entry into the NTRACS Trauma Registry database on all adult trauma patients admitted to the Erlanger Health System, a Level I Trauma Center. At a minimum, 80 percent of cases must be entered within 60 days of discharge. Quality of data is monitored and maintained (errors/edits should not exceed 7%). He/She reviews all updates and remains current on coding guidelines. Standards and guidelines are followed in strict accordance with the American College of Surgeons and the Tennessee Trauma Registry. Other duties as assigned. Supports the mission of Erlanger Health Systems and participates in Quality Improvement initiatives. Self-directed and able to work with interruptions and changing priorities; highly detailed and team oriented. Abstraction and interpretation of patient medical records with in-depth chart reviews regarding Trauma and Non-Trauma populations; ICD-10-CM code assignment, ISS scoring, comorbidities, treatments, complications, medications, and TQIP process measures. Works with National Trauma Quality Improvement Program (TQIP) and the State of Tennessee as a Statewide Trauma System. Performs quarterly uploads from V5 trauma registry to TQIP and state data banks. Manages data collection to meet Level I state designation requirements and for ACS verification. Attends TCAC and Tennessee Trauma Registrar group meetings as assigned. Collaborates with the Trauma Medical Director and Trauma Program Director to develop audit filters and tracking of practice issues. Responsible for upgrades, maintenance and software updates for the Trauma Registry in collaboration with the registry vendor. Performs data validation reports weekly and oversees data entry accuracy; may supervise additional Registrars and provide feedback and education. Performs other duties as assigned. Abides by safety requirements and ensures a safe work environment. This role supports the Erlanger Trauma Network registries as needed. Position Details
Department: Emergency/Trauma, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chattanooga, TN Standard Hours: Regular; Employment Type: Full-time; Job Function: Health Care Provider; Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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