The role ensures the hospital's compliance with state reporting requirements and accreditation criteria set by the American College of Surgeons
Job Summary
The role ensures the hospital's compliance with state reporting requirements and accreditation criteria set by the American College of Surgeons.
The incumbent is responsible for abstracting all reportable trauma cases into national databases within 48 hours of patient discharge.
This position supports a family-centered care philosophy while maintaining accurate data for the Georgia Central Trauma Registry and National Trauma Data Bank.
Matching Summary
The role ensures the hospital's compliance with state reporting requirements and accreditation criteria set by the American College of Surgeons.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
2 years medical registry experience
1 year ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding
High clerical accuracy and detail orientation
Nice-to-have
Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Experience with trauma peer review committees
Key Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years experience in medical registry or database