What is the role of a Trauma Registrar at Berkshire Health Systems?

The Trauma Registrar position at Berkshire Health Systems is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Medical field.

Where is this Trauma Registrar job located?

Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 01201, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Trauma Registrar role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Trauma Registrar job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

How can I apply for the Trauma Registrar position at Berkshire Health Systems?

You can apply directly through the application link provided.

Trauma Registrar at Berkshire Health Systems

Trauma Registrar

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
- The Trauma Registrar is responsible for data acquisition, storage and reporting for the Trauma Service. The Trauma Registrar performs medical record analysis to determine inaccurate or insufficient information in record keeping and abstracts and codes pertinent data elements for computer entry and statistical analysis. The Trauma Registrar extracts data sets for performance improvement processing and data reports. In addition to Trauma Registry functions, the Trauma Registrar is responsible to provide guidance for new developments in the Trauma Program and assist in the development and implementation of Trauma Prevention Programs.
  
  The Trauma Registrar assists the Trauma Program Manager and Medical (Director - Trauma in a variety of injury prevention and program development projects. The Trauma Registrar is responsible to assist in preparation for and participation in the Trauma Center Designation Verification process as well as timely upload of data for state and TQIP quarterly submissions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
- Experience:
  - One year experience in a health care related field.
  - Two years computer experience and familiarization with Trauma Registry Databases, Microsoft Word, Meditech and Excel required.
  - Data registry experience preferred.
  - Experience with data registry programs strongly preferred.
- Education and Training:
  - High School Diploma or GED required. Associates Degree is desired. BS in Health-related field preferred.
  - Formal training in a health profession such as medical records technician preferred
  - Proficient in medical terminology and Anatomy and Physiology
  - Continuing education of 8 hours per year or 24 hours over three years in the trauma registry required per the American College of Surgeons COT
  - Attendance and completion of a Trauma Registry Course required or completed within 1 year of hire per requirement of the American College of Surgeons COT
  - Attendance and completion of AAAM AIS Course within 1 year of hire per requirement the American College of Surgeons COT
  - Participate and completion of an ICD-10 course within 1 year of hire; refresher course every 5 years per requirement the American College of Surgeons COT
- License, Certification & Registration:
  - CSTR - Certified Specialist in Trauma Registries preferred, and will be required or within 3 years of hire.
  - CAISS - Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist within 3 years of hire per requirement of The American College of Surgeons COT
- Other Requirements:
  - Demonstrated ability to collect, manage, display, and analyze data
  - Organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and requests while maintaining flexibility.
  - Demonstrates basic knowledge of statistics.
  - Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
  - Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
  - Ability to interact with physicians, pre-hospital personnel, and other health care professionals
  - Ability to adjust work schedule in order to complete assignments within set timeframes
  - Knowledgeable about policies and procedures applicable.

Trauma Registrar at Berkshire Health Systems – Pittsfield, Massachusetts

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