Trauma Registrar

We are seeking a highly skilled Trauma Registrar to join our team at the Detroit Medical Center. As a key member of our critical care unit, you will be responsible for identifying and abstracting trauma registry data cases, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical terminology, human anatomy, and disease processes, with experience in ICD9/10 CM coding and trauma AIS/ISS coding/scoring. Strong organizational skills, proficiency in computer software products, and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

• Abstract trauma registry data cases from primary and secondary sources, including EC Trauma Log, EMS runs sheets, computer systems, and EMR on Chart.
• Enter patient data into trauma registry according to established state and national protocols, upload data to National Trauma Data Base, State Data Base, and Michigan TQIP.
• Complete each identified patient record in a timely manner as requested by the TPM, screen incoming calls and correspondence, and respond independently when possible.
• Direct preparation of records, compose and prepare confidential correspondence, reports, and other complex documents.

• Masters or associate degree in healthcare-related field, certification in Coding (CPC), CCA, CCS preferred.
• At least 6 months of experience with ICD E-coding, ICD Procedure coding, TRISS scoring, and trauma database management.
• Excellent organizational skills, proficient with computer software products, and effective communication skills.

This is a full-time day shift position at DMC Receiving Hospital, Detroit, Michigan. The successful candidate will work closely with the Trauma Program Manager and Medical Director to ensure seamless data collection and analysis.

Our comprehensive compensation package includes an estimated annual salary of $63,800, based on national averages for similar positions in the United States. Additionally, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Discount program

The Detroit Medical Center is a leading academic medical center in Metro Detroit, recognized nationally for its excellence in patient care, education, and research. Our commitment to maintaining an environment of equal opportunity and affirmative action ensures that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.