What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trauma Registrar/UKHC position at UK HealthCare?
The Trauma Registrar is a data steward in the trauma program, converting complex clinical information into structured data that drives quality improvement, accreditation, research, and clinical practice guideline decisions. This position directly reports to Lead Trauma Registrar and indirectly to the Trauma Program Manager. The Trauma Registrar will comply with all appropriate University of Kentucky Hospital and Trauma Services policies, vision, and values. A minimum of 3 years coding required and trauma registry experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes, clinical/therapeutic modalities, ICD10-CM coding, personal computer usage, quality of care audit procedures and ability to retrieve statistical information from a computerized database and compile information into a comprehensive and understandable report. This individual must possess attention to detail and exhibit independence and solid organizational skills in order to accomplish the work.