What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trauma Data Abstractor - Onsite position at trinityhealth?
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Responsible for the collection/abstraction of the required department, state and national trauma data elements into the trauma registry database on all patients meeting trauma inclusion criteria. Maintains the confidentiality of registry data. Reports registry data for performance improvement activities and other internal and external requests. Collects and maintains data on continuing education for all trauma providers for compliance. The Trauma Data Abstractor is responsible for the collection/abstraction of the required department, state and national trauma data elements into the trauma registry database on all patients meeting trauma inclusion criteria. **This position is onsite.** Maintains the confidentiality of registry data. Reports registry data for performance improvement activities and other internal and external requests. Collects and maintains data on continuing education for all trauma providers for compliance. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience coding and trauma registry Bachelor's Degree preferred Certified Specialist in Trauma Registries (required within 2 years of employment) Completion of ICD-10 coding program or equivalent experience ICD9-CM/ICD 10-CM coding Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes and clinical /therapeutic modalities Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes and clinical /therapeutic modalities Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Access. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.