Trauma Analyst

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GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:*
Collects, accurately enters all required data elements of trauma registry, and

ensures timely reporting to the Texas Department of State Health Services on at

least a quarterly basis. Ensures quality of trauma data entry and analysis of data

for performance improvement activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each

essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of

the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may

be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform

other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor

and/or hospital administration as required.

• Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.
• Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and

adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.

• Demonstrates proficiency in basic computer skills (i.e. data entry, word

processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software)

follow schedules, and meet deadlines.

• Maintains composure, effectiveness and flexibility under pressure.
• Requires a solid understanding of medical terminology and basic ICD-9 and ICD 10 coding.
• Must have strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize workload,
• Must demonstrate the analytical skills to gather and process data, based on

predetermined criteria, identify problems and must be detail and accuracy

oriented.

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with

individuals of diverse backgrounds.

• Must exhibit high level of motivation and self-direction to establish plans of

action and accomplish tasks.

• Assesses medical records from various points of admission for

appropriateness of inclusion into the trauma registry.

• Collects and electronically enters all required data elements on all trauma

patients included in the registry, no later than 45-60 days after discharge.

• Electronically uploads all trauma data to the state registry at least quarterly

and maintains documentation of download.

• Electronically uploads all trauma data to the National Trauma Data Bank at

least quarterly and maintains documentation of download.

• Interacts with medical record staff to resolve coding inconsistencies.
• Assists with established audits on trauma patient records.
• Compiles and analyzes reports for committees, providing backup and

justifications for statistics.

• Attends monthly trauma review committee. Records minutes.
• Coordinates the acquisition of missing information from EMS and transfer

hospitals.

• Assists in education of staff regarding requirements for audits as it relates to

trauma standards.

• Maintains trauma log and abstracts.
• Analyzes data for trends for use in injury prevention initiatives.
• Collects submersion data and submits to state registry no greater than 45 days

after discharge. Maintains record of submission.

• Requests and obtains autopsy reports from local medical examiner for review.
• Participates monthly/quarterly with Coastal Bend Regional Advisory Council

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; associate
• degree or higher preferred; or 3-5 months related experience and/or training;
• or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Secretarial and advanced computer skills required.
• Ability to oversee and coordinate registry requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Certificates, License, Registrations

• Digital Innovations-Collector course within six months of employment.
• Trauma registrar certifications within two years of employment, as available.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• ISS/AIS course within one year of employment.
• American Trauma Society's Registrar Certification, preferred