The Trauma Registrar supports VCU Health System’s adult and pediatric Trauma Programs and helps maintain the registry database required for Level 1 Trauma Center verification by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the American College of Surgeons.
This role identifies cases for inclusion in the registry, abstracts data from the electronic medical record, prehospital databases, and other sources, and enters trauma data into the registry.
The position assigns ICD-10 diagnosis codes and other specialized coding, including Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) scores, to procedures, comorbidities, and complications. It also performs daily chart reviews, reports complications and quality issues to a supervisor, and supports performance improvement activities.
The registrar works with data management protocols to ensure accurate, timely reporting to organizational and regulatory agencies.
Required
- Associate’s degree in any field that includes two semesters of medical terminology and Anatomy/Physiology, or a degree in medical records coding from an accredited program
- Proficiency with MS Office, including email, Word, and Excel
- Ability to perform daily chart reviews and accurately enter registry data
- Strong understanding of medical information and terminology
Preferred
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or equivalent coding certification
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
- 1 or more years of experience in medical data abstracting/coding
- Trauma or surgery registry abstraction/coding experience
- Experience with Windows-based software, databases, and spreadsheet tools
- Completion of ICD-10 coding courses
- Familiarity with state and national regulatory reporting requirements
- Experience with medical terminology, acronyms, and quality-controlled data entry
Additional requirements
- Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed based on case volume and verification site surveys
- CAISS certification required within 24 months of hire
Location
Richmond, Virginia, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
2 weeks ago