What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Trauma Analyst position at Mercy?
Lead Trauma Analyst - Full Time
Mercy - Rogers, Arkansas
We’re a Little Different
Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.
At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”
Overview:
Responsible for the integrity of trauma registry data: collection, entry, completion, analysis, reliability, and validation of all entries for patients meeting trauma registry inclusion criteria as required to support operations, quality/performance improvement measures and outcomes, and research for the Trauma Services Department.
Qualifications:
- Experience: ICD-10CM and CPT coding education. • Successful completion of the American Trauma Society (ATS) registrar exam.• Certified Specialist in Trauma Registries (CSTR).• Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) injury scale coding exam.• Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist (CAISS). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. • Knowledge of data abstraction techniques. • Knowledge of AIS (abbreviated Injury Scale) and ISS(Injury Severity Score)
- Required Education: Associate’s degree in health-related field or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree as outlined below. Experience: • One year trauma registry database and medical record review experience. • In lieu of degree, 3 total years of applicable experience will be considered.
- Certifications: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). Skills, Knowledge Abilities:• Knowledge of and ability to use computer software programs including Microsoft Office, database management, and report-writing. • Knowledge of registry maintenance and regulations associated with trauma registry. • Ability to organize, prioritize and work independently. • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with team members.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
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