Trauma Registrar

Job Title

Job Description

Summary Responsibilities

(60%)* Performs concurrent and accurate data collection and entry into the Trauma Registry of all data elements mandated by the National Trauma Data Bank, TQIP, MTQIP, and the trauma program for all trauma patients at assigned MyMichigan Health subsidiary(ies).

(30%)* Analyzes patient data in order to properly code all patient diagnoses and procedures by using the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10 or current version) and Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) guidelines.

(10%)* Ensures that all trauma patients data is entered into the Trauma Registry within an acceptable time frame that meets or exceeds regulatory expectations.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

Resolves routine coding issues/problems and appropriately seeks assistance from the Trauma Program Manager when needed.

Participates in internal and external community outreach and injury prevention projects.

Participates in, and provides data/reports for, the Performance Improvement and Patient Safety (Pips) Committee.

Generates reports and analyzes data at the request of the Trauma Program Manager and/or Trauma Medical Director for use in Pips committee meetings.

Identifies medical complications and areas for performance improvement in patient care and reports them promptly to the Trauma Program Manager. Participates in continuing educational opportunities to maintain and expand Trauma Registry base knowledge and skill.

Provides registry analysis and reports at the request of medical personnel and medical staff at the approval of the Trauma Program Manager and/or Trauma Medical Director.

Submits registry data to the National Trauma Data Bank as required by the American College of Surgeons.

Submits registry data to the State of Michigan as required by designation standards. Submits registry data to Mtqip and Tqip as required.

Responsible for any additional duties assigned by the Trauma Program Manager within scope of ability and practice.

All other duties as assigned.

Certifications And Licensures

E/M coder: Cpc, Ccs, Ccsp, Rhit, Or Rhia

Preferred Equivalent Experience: New hires and transfers must be Rhia or Rhit eligible and successfully complete the certification exam within 6 months of hire and maintain the certification to meet the requirements of the position.

Emt-P - Paramedic

Preferred Equivalent Experience

Required Education

Associates Degree Or Technical Certificate

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