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GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
Collects, accurately enters all required data elements of trauma registry, and
ensures timely reporting to the Texas Department of State Health Services on at
least a quarterly basis. Ensures quality of trauma data entry and analysis of data
for performance improvement activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform
other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
and/or hospital administration as required.

• Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.

• Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and

adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.

• Demonstrates proficiency in basic computer skills (i.e. data entry, word

processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software)

• Maintains composure, effectiveness and flexibility under pressure.

• • Requires a solid understanding of medical terminology and basic ICD-9 and
  ICD 10 coding.
  • Must have strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize workload,
  follow schedules, and meet deadlines.
  • Must demonstrate the analytical skills to gather and process data, based on
  predetermined criteria, identify problems and must be detail and accuracy
  oriented.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with
  individuals of diverse backgrounds.
  • Must exhibit high level of motivation and self-direction to establish plans of
  action and accomplish tasks.
  • Assesses medical records from various points of admission for
  appropriateness of inclusion into the trauma registry.
  • Collects and electronically enters all required data elements on all trauma
  patients included in the registry, no later than 45-60 days after discharge.
  • Electronically uploads all trauma data to the state registry at least quarterly
  and maintains documentation of download.
  • Electronically uploads all trauma data to the National Trauma Data Bank at
  least quarterly and maintains documentation of download.
  • Interacts with medical record staff to resolve coding inconsistencies.
  • Assists with established audits on trauma patient records.
  • Compiles and analyzes reports for committees, providing backup and
  justifications for statistics.
  • Attends monthly trauma review committee. Records minutes.
  • Coordinates the acquisition of missing information from EMS and transfer
  hospitals.
  • Assists in education of staff regarding requirements for audits as it relates to
  trauma standards.
  • Maintains trauma log and abstracts.
  • Analyzes data for trends for use in injury prevention initiatives.
  • Collects submersion data and submits to state registry no greater than 45 days
  after discharge. Maintains record of submission.
  • Requests and obtains autopsy reports from local medical examiner for review.
  • Participates monthly/quarterly with Coastal Bend Regional Advisory Council

  EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
  • • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; associate
  • degree or higher preferred; or 3-5 months related experience and/or training;
  • or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • • Secretarial and advanced computer skills required.
  • • Ability to oversee and coordinate registry requirements.
  • • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

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  Certificates, License, Registrations

  • • Digital Innovations-Collector course within six months of employment.
  • • Trauma registrar certifications within two years of employment, as available.
  • • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • • ISS/AIS course within one year of employment.
  • • American Trauma Society’s Registrar Certification, preferred