TRAUMA REGISTRAR

Position: Trauma Registrar

Department: Trauma Program Admin

Shift:   8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 

Status: Full-Time

Facility: Miami Valley Hospital 

The Trauma Registrar identifies, abstracts, enters data and codes trauma patient records using TraumaBase.  The registrar has contact with various departments throughout the hospital.  The registrar must become knowledgeable in Trauma Registry methodology, case abstraction, data entry, coding and simple ad hoc reporting.

Education

Minimum Level of Education Required:  High School completion / GED

Licensure/Certification/Registration

CSTR-Certified Specialist in Trauma Registry required  

Experience

Minimum Level of Experience Required:  No prior job-related work experience

Preferred experience:  Knowledge of computerized medical record preferred

Other experience requirements: Experience or knowledge in medical terminology and anatomy required. Must be a High School graduate and have one of the following:

Business education

Accredited records technician

Experience as health unit coordinator

Previous registry experience.   

Knowledge/Skills

• Must be able to multitask with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor
• Basic computer knowledge
• Strong organization skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills