Trauma Quality Specialist - Trauma Services | Part-Time, Days (Queens Campus)

Trauma Quality Specialist Trauma Services

NewYorkPresbyterian Queens is one of three Level I Trauma Centers in the Queens, accredited by the American College of Surgeons. Our Trauma Services team includes experts from Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Vascular, and multiple interdisciplinary departments dedicated to guiding patients through all phases of trauma care and recovery.

We are seeking a Trauma Quality Specialist to support performance improvement initiatives, ensure high quality trauma data abstraction, and contribute to patient safety and clinical excellence. You will play a key role in enhancing trauma program outcomes through rigorous data management, communication, and collaboration.

This is a part time, day shift position at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens.

Role Summary

The Trauma Quality Specialist is responsible for identifying and abstracting trauma patient data in alignment with New York State Trauma Program requirements and the American College of Surgeons (ACS) standards. This role ensures accurate data collection, validation, and submission to support performance improvement, injury prevention, and research initiatives. Support a dedicated team of doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals who are there to catch patients when they fall and work to get them back out there living life.

Preferred Qualifications

CAISS (Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist) Certificate

CSTRN Certificate

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma

Experience with basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology.

Data abstraction and computer data entry skills (Microsoft Excel)

Superior communication and customer service skills

Skills & Attributes

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Commitment to confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA standards.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a mission driven department that directly impacts patient outcomes across all phases of trauma care. This role offers the chance to contribute to data driven improvements, collaborate with a highly skilled interdisciplinary team, and support excellence in trauma care across one of New York's most respected medical centers.

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$34.00-$36.50/Hourly

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