Join Cleveland Clinic and work as a Trauma Registrar supporting trauma registry operations for Hillcrest Hospital.
In this role, you will abstract and code trauma patient medical record data according to American College of Surgeons Trauma Quality Improvement Program (TQIP), the State of Ohio Trauma Registry, and regional trauma system guidelines. You will identify patients who meet trauma registry criteria, review medical charts, collect and enter data into the trauma registry, assign ICD-9/ICD-10 codes, Injury Severity Scores (ISS), Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) codes, E-Codes, and trauma scores.
You will also perform reporting activities, audit other registrars' work, submit data to state and national organizations, and help ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely submission of registry data. This is a highly data-driven role with a strong focus on registry management, abstraction, and quality.
Minimum qualifications
- Complete 8 hours of trauma registry-related continuing education per year as recommended by the American College of Surgeons
- Within one year of hire, obtain required certifications/education as directed by the American College of Surgeons, including AAAM AIS, trauma registry, and ICD-10 (or updated versions)
- Knowledge and skills using EPIC and Excel
Preferred qualifications
- Associate degree in Health Care or equivalent work experience of at least two years, including medical terminology
- Certified Specialist in Trauma Registry (CSTR), Registered Information Technician (RHIT), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
- Previous data registry experience, including case abstraction, data entry, ICD-9 or ICD-10 coding, and AIS/ISS scoring
- Trauma Registrar experience
- Medical coding experience
- Coding knowledge
Physical requirements
- Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
Work schedule
- Hybrid schedule
- 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with flexible hours
- Three days onsite per week during designated periods
Additional perks
- Work alongside a dedicated healthcare team
- Supportive environment at a Magnet Hospital
- Access to Cleveland Clinic benefits package, including healthcare, dental and vision benefits, and retirement savings contributions
Location
Ohio, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 month ago