• Identifies cases for inclusion into the Trauma Registry database.
• Abstracts data from the medical records for inclusion in the database. Ensures accuracy of all data based on Trauma level 1 requirements.
• Assigns and score all injuries utilizing the AIS and ICD-9 system. Collects accurate E-codes inclusive of all procedures and complications as required.
• Ensures all registry software and hardware applications are compliant with up-to-date processes, procedures and latest updates and conducts system maintenance as required.
• Participates in performance improvement audits and provides clinical reviews of Trauma patient care. Responsible for extracting data to prepare analytical reviews and deliver results along with providing recommendations and/or corrective action, as needed to management.
• Creates and maintains data base spreadsheets, standard operating procedures, quality control and optimizations of system tools in accordance to Trauma quality improvement programs.
• Prepares routine and adhoc reports based on data analysis and performance activities. Ensures timely deliverables to local, regional and national agencies and/or internal partners (e.g. County Trauma registry, American College of Surgeon Quality Improvement, National Trauma Data Bank, etc.) to adhere to compliance requirements.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Health Information Management, Sports Medicine and/or related preferred

License/Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• California RN license; National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians - Paramedic; or Certified Registered Medical Assistant preferred
• Certified Trauma Registrar CSTR (Certified Specialist Trauma Registry) or CAISS (Certification Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist) preferred

Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a medical setting, such as emergency department, operating room, surgical-trauma intensive care unit or related required
• Trauma Registry database experience with knowledge of abstracting/interpreting medical information from medical records preferred

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