Job Location : Syracuse,NY, USA
The MBSCR's key responsibility is to collect and submit accurate, complete, and timely data to the MBSAQIP Registry. This task is accomplished through high-quality data compilation, documentation, and entry of 100 percent of metabolic and bariatric procedures performed at the center into the MBSAQIP Registry. The MBSCR works closely with the members of the metabolic and bariatric surgery departments to identify opportunities for clinical quality improvement and other special projects that may be identified. The MBSCR will be a member of various committees including Bariatric QI and Bariatric Steering Committee.functional job duties and responsibilities :Clinical Knowledge: Data collection and identification of opportunities for improvement require clinical knowledge and an understanding of patient care. The candidate should have some clinical understanding as well as access to a clinical mentor who can provide guidance for complex clinical questions. (35%)Computer Knowledge: The ability to learn and utilize new software and Web applications for data entry and report generation. The candidate should have some computer experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel, and basic statistical skills. (25%)Hospital Systems Knowledge: The ability to track health information through various sources such as medical records, surgery clinics, death index, direct patient contact, accounts payable, and legal counsel. The candidate should have some experience gathering information in a complex hospital system environment. (20%)Hospital Departmental Knowledge: The ability to identify opportunities to report metabolic and bariatric data to relevant groups or meetings (for example, morbidity and mortality, infection control, quality management, and administration). The candidate should have some experience sharing information across functions. (20%)Assumes other duties as assigned by department leadership .minimum education/certification licenses:Required: Successfully completes the online MBSCR Training Program.Preferred: Bachelor's degree preferred. RHIA, RHIT, LP/LVN, RD, RN, or BSN preferred but not required.Required: Knowledge of medical terminology, basic anatomy, physiology, and disease process is required. Minimum one year experience in a hospital surgery department or surgery clinic or with clinical research or medical records. Clinical chart review and abstraction experience required. Computer and internet experience required. Knowledge and comfort with Microsoft Office products is essential for success in this position (Word and Excel experience is required;Preferred: PowerPoint experience strongly preferred). Ability to manage data entry deadlines and center's accreditation processes as necessary. Quality improvement or patient safety knowledge and experience preferred. Database management and data entry experience preferred. HIPAA regulations and standards knowledge preferred. Basic or intermediate statistical knowledge preferred.Hourly Rate Range:$25.57 - $46.46/hourBased on Verified Education and Experience