Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Clinical Reviewer - Ambulatory Care Services

Metabolic And Bariatric Surgery Clinical Reviewer

The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Clinical Reviewer (MBSCR) is responsible for the accurate, complete, and timely identification, abstraction, and submission of clinical data to the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) registry. The MBSCR supports the bariatric program's quality, safety, and accreditation activities by maintaining high quality data, generating reports, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team on performance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Identifies eligible metabolic and bariatric surgery cases performed at the institution in accordance with MBSAQIP inclusion and exclusion criteria.
• Uses multiple sources to ensure complete and accurate case capture.
• Reconciles case lists regularly to avoid missed cases, duplicates, or inappropriate inclusions.
• Captures all eligible cases into the registry.
• Abstracts required preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative data elements for each eligible case using MBSAQIP definitions and timelines.
• Reviews operative notes, progress notes, consultations, lab results, imaging, and discharge summaries to obtain accurate and complete information.
• Maintains adherence to the MBSAQIP data dictionary, seeking clarification from program leadership or MBSAQIP support for ambiguous or complex cases.
• Conducts routine self-audits and participates in internal validation efforts to maintain high data accuracy and integrity.
• Ensures all registry activities adhere to current MBSAQIP standards, policies, and procedures, including standards related to data quality, follow up, and program governance.
• Assists in maintaining program documentation required by MBSAQIP, such as organizational structure diagrams, committee minutes, quality plans, and evidence of ongoing quality improvement work.
• Supports preparation for MBSAQIP verification and site visits by organizing case lists, outcomes summaries, and evidence of compliance with standards.
• Monitors changes in MBSAQIP requirements and collaborate with program leadership to adapt local processes as needed.
• Meets with the MBSAQIP team, MBS Director, and Program Coordinator during site visits for accreditation.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field required, along with two (2) years of work experience in a healthcare environment involving direct patient interaction.
• Certification as a Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Clinical Reviewer (MBSCR) is required or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy required.
• The candidate must possess excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and keen attention to detail.
• A high level of professionalism, responsibility, and performance is expected.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, as well as to maintain flexible work hours, is required.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Relevant years of experience and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in an outpatient setting is preferred.

What We Offer

• Vacation Time
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation:

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is PS/25S:: - $71,728.00 - $86,410.00 - $102,903.00 per year. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs.

University Hospital is one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we'd love to meet you.