Trauma Registrar Assistant - Yuma Regional Medical Center : Job Details

Work Status Details: REGULAR FULL TIME | 80.00 Hours Every Two WeeksShift: DaysPay Rate Type: HourlyLocation: Yuma Regional Medical CtrListed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates.Min = $19.08Mid = $23.37Max = $27.66Position SummaryThe Trauma Registrar Assistant performs clinical auditing and data abstraction of patient records in support of contracted facility's clinical process improvement and patient safety initiatives. The Assistant collects and submits accurate, complete, and timely data for Trauma Registry. Primary AccountabilityPerforms both concurrent and retrospective trauma chart audits to ensure accuracy, in collaboration with the Trauma Program Manager. Maintains clear communication with the Trauma Program Manager regarding any questions, problems, issues, or concerns related to the trauma registry or trauma program Assists with various trauma program activities as requested, including focused chart audits, data validation, trauma outcomes management, trauma education, and trauma data analysis. Retrieves missing data elements from necessary sources and ensures info entered into the trauma registry database is complete. Responsible for timely and accurate data entry into the program's database. Abstracts, assembles, enters and codes clinical data into computer databases by using the State recommended scale/codes and the standardized registry criteria as defined by regulatory agencies and quality related organizations. Participates in performance improvement activities to ensure accuracy of data collection and timely submission of data according to the requirements of the State of Arizona Trauma Registry. Functions as the main point of contact with the Arizona Trauma Data Manager to maintain and improve registry functionality.Collects pre-arrival and EMS-related data, as well as encounter-related data, including but not limited to trauma presentation details, comorbid conditions, and preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative follow-up information. Utilizes hospital medical record systems effectively to gather and organize the required data. Supports performance improvement and injury prevention needsParticipates in trauma meetings, work groups and educational conferences in order to maintain and expand Trauma Registry knowledge base.Maintains clear communication with the Trauma Program Manager regarding any questions, problems, issues, or concerns related to the trauma registry or trauma program Other duties as assigned.Minimum Education and Experience Required: High School/GED1 + year of experiencePreferred Education and Experience:Associate Degree in health-related field. 1 + year of experience involving medical data integrity and analysis is required. Previous Trauma Registry experience is preferred.Why Yuma Regional Medical Center?Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is located in Yuma, AZ. Our purpose is building a healthier tomorrow. We strive by putting patients first as they are the center of every decision and action we take. YRMC is rooted in the community by living and breathing the dynamic nature of our region. Being committed to progress by constantly and consistently advancing healthcare, creating meaningful experiences and improving the lives of everyone around us.Our ValuesBring Kindness | Achieve Together | Aspire For Better | Do The Right Thing | Lead With Optimism |About Yuma, AZNamed by the Guinness World Records as the Sunniest City on Earth with winters averaging temperatures of 70 degrees, sunny days and cooler nights.Yuma, Arizona is a place to explore the great outdoors with hiking, jet skiing, boating and off-roading. Don't forget to soak up the sun at the great Colorado River or one of Yuma's many lakes.Yuma is centrally located in Southwest Arizona, within a short drive to many popular attractions and destinations.Bring your skills to one of the sunniest places on earth - Yuma, AZ!Physical Requirements and working conditions for this position will be provided to you up on interview.