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Trauma Registrar I

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$21.95 - $34.02 Hourly
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
Jun 23, 2025
A Trauma Registrar I is responsible for the collection, entry, and maintenance of data for the Trauma Center as required by the American College of Surgeons, and the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services. The registrar will code each injury related admission utilizing the ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and the Abbreviated Injury Scaling systems. This data, along with other state and nationally required data elements will be entered into the computerized trauma registry, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times. Accurately identifies all patients for inclusion into the trauma registry, utilizing multiple source for complete patient identification. Enters a limited data set for all patients into the trauma program's Admit List, on a daily basis. This is a multifaceted tool utilized by all members of the trauma program. Maintains the EPIC Trauma Patient List, which is utilized by the Social Work Department. This list identifies trauma patients requiring Brief Alcohol Intervention, as mandated by the American College of Surgeons for verified Level I Trauma Centers. Accurately abstracts, enters and validates all hospital, state and nationally required data elements into the computerized trauma registry. Utilizing appropriate coding systems, accurately assigns E-codes, diagnostic, and procedure codes (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and Abbreviated Injury Scale). Utilizing national data element definitions for the current abstraction year, accurately abstracts pre-existing conditions, and hospital events. These elements are used for the Level I Trauma Center Risk Adjusted Benchmarking reports. Monitors and maintains the security of trauma registry data to ensure the integrity and reliability of the data. Position Compensation Range: $21.95 - $34.02 Hourly MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education High School Graduate or Equivalent required. College-level course work in medical terminology anatomy and physiology or equivalent experience in allied health field, trauma preferred Experience 2 years relevant experience preferred. EPIC electronic medical record experience preferred. License/Certification Certified Specialist in Trauma Registries (CSTR) or Certified Abbreviated Injury Scaling Specialist (CAISS) preferred AIS Coding 2008 or 2015 preferred, must be obtained within 1 year of hire ICD-10 Trauma Injury Coding Certification preferred, must be obtained within 1 year of hire The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.