Summary

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for complete and accurate review of all trauma patient records, collecting data for the PA Trauma Systems Foundation (PTSF), trauma services medical record abstract, and decision support in managing the care of the trauma patient. Maintains and protects the integrity of the Trauma Registry database including S.M.S. and Collectorä interfaces, data management, data analysis, report writing, as well as statistical and graphic output of trauma data.

HOURS: 40 hours/week M-F with minimal OT. No weekends or holidays. 8 hour days; start times vary based on assigned role

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Performs concurrent in-house trauma record abstraction and interprets the clinical data in the record for accurate entry into the trauma database in a timely manner. Generates and analyzes concurrent data reports in response to Trauma Service requests or through self-directed processes. Maintains confidentiality and security of all patient data in the Trauma Registry.

• Accurately assigns applicable ICD-9-CM codes for all injury descriptors and procedures found in the trauma patient medical record. Determines optimal AIS score for injuries. Effective utilization of the ICD-9-CM coding books, Tricodeä software, Abbreviated Injury_Scale scoring book by the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine, and encoder are essential. Conforms to PTSF requirements for Accredited Trauma Center participation in the state registry.

• Actively participates as a vital team member in concurrent and retrospective Trauma Service performance improvement initiatives by providing expertise with data retrieval and data manipulation from the trauma registry system. Analyzes data and provides information ensuring that customer requirements are met by utilizing reports and graphics.

• Acts as system administrator for the Trauma Registry. Assures the integrity of the system with timely updates, enhancements, and system back-up. Is able to independently troubleshoot hardware and software system problems as they arise.

• Concurrently analyzes patient medical records according to established criteria to identify patients for inclusion in the Trauma Registry database. Accurately and efficiently identifies PTSF qualifiers and audit filters and assures timely submission of data via the electronic bulletin board system to the PA Trauma Systems Foundation. Maintains an accurate trauma patient log.

• Functions as an important resource to plan, identify, trend, analyze, and integrate new data collection elements for use in trauma patient care management, performance improvement, statistical and research purposes. Proficient in report writing skills while utilizing trauma registry data.

• Attends and actively participates in required PTSF and hospital education sessions. Participates on trauma-related committees. Demonstrates communication skills that support the registrar’s role in trauma initiatives.

• Participates in registrar inter-rater reliability reviews.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Completes a statistical report of all trauma patient and registry data and prepares a monthly report to Trauma Administration.

• Prepares pull lists for special studies and audits.

• Assists and actively participates in site survey process.

• Assists in research projects in tandem with the Trauma Services team.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Two (2) years experience as an Allied Health professional is essential.

• Working knowledge of ICD-9-CM and personal computer is essential.

• Typing skills and statistical abilities are essential.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) or Registered Nurse (RN) or completion of certificate/degree in Allied Health profession is preferred.

• Knowledge of quality care audit procedures is preferred.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards. The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute. The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole. Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

Benefits At A Glance:

PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to employees:

• 100% Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Shift, Weekend and On-Call Differentials

• Health, Dental and Vision Coverage

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Retirement Savings Account with Company Matching

• Child Care Subsidies

• Onsite Gym and Fitness Classes

Disclaimer

PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

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PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH, a member of the University of Pennsylvania Health System (Penn Medicine), is a not-for-profit health system with a comprehensive network of care encompassing Lancaster General Hospital (LGH), Women & Babies Hospital and the Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital (a partnership with Kindred Healthcare). We are an Accredited Trauma Center-Level I through the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation with 805 Licensed beds. Our membership in Penn Medicine brings together the strengths of a world-renowned, not-for-profit academic medical center and a nationally recognized, not-for-profit community healthcare system.

Outpatient services are provided at the Downtown Outpatient and Suburban Outpatient Pavilions, along with additional outpatient centers and Express and Urgent Care locations throughout the region. Lancaster General Health Physicians is a network of more than 300 primary-care and specialty physicians, at more than 40 offices throughout the region.