[Hiring] Assistant Trauma Registrar @University of California San Diego

Role Description

The Assistant Trauma Registrar supports the Trauma Program by assisting with the collection, abstraction, entry, validation, and maintenance of trauma patient data for the trauma registry. This role helps ensure compliance with state, regional, and national trauma reporting requirements and supports performance improvement, research, and accreditation activities. Works collaboratively to ensure accurate and timely trauma data management.

• Assist with identification and tracking of trauma patients meeting registry inclusion criteria.
• Abstract clinical data from electronic medical records, operative reports, EMS records, and ancillary documentation.
• Enter trauma patient data into the trauma registry database accurately and within established timelines.
• Review records for completeness, consistency, and compliance with trauma registry standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of patient health information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Support trauma program performance improvement initiatives through data collection and reporting.
• Participate in trauma registry education and ongoing professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support trauma services operations.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience.
• Anatomy or medical terminology course.
• ICD 10 knowledge.
• Certificate from a trauma registry course.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.
• Self-starter who is accountable and requires minimal direction and supervision.
• Open to new ideas; creative and flexible individual comfortable working in a large, complex organization.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, data entry skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications.
• Knowledgeable in using databases.

Requirements

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Benefits

• Annual Full Pay Range: $61,429 - $88,030 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%).
• Hourly Equivalent: $29.42 - $42.16.
• Factors in determining the appropriate compensation include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.