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How much do clinical chart abstractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical chart abstractor in the United States is $28.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Clinical Chart Abstractor job?

A Clinical Chart Abstractor is a healthcare professional responsible for reviewing and extracting important medical data from patient records. They analyze clinical documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with industry standards. This role is crucial for quality improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Abstractors often work with electronic health records (EHR) and may assist in coding diagnoses and procedures. Their work helps healthcare providers make informed decisions and supports regulatory requirements.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Clinical Chart Abstractor?

A Clinical Chart Abstractor is primarily responsible for reviewing patient medical records and extracting key clinical information according to established guidelines and quality standards. On a daily basis, they input this data into databases or quality reporting systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness to support healthcare compliance and outcomes reporting. They often collaborate with nurses, physicians, and data managers to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies. The work is detail-oriented and may involve independently managing large volumes of charts, often within deadlines. This role provides valuable support to healthcare teams and contributes to improving patient care through accurate data management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Clinical Chart Abstractor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clinical Chart Abstractor, you need a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and clinical procedures, often supported by experience in healthcare or a related certification such as Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems and familiarity with clinical coding standards like ICD-10 and CPT are essential. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently are key soft skills that help ensure accuracy and efficiency. These skills enable Clinical Chart Abstractors to accurately extract and report critical patient data, supporting healthcare quality, compliance, and research initiatives.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Chart Abstractor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 51% Locum Tenens, 10% Internship, 10% As Needed, and 29% Temporary. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,955 per year, or $28.3 per hour.
Trauma Registry Coordinator (Trauma Data Abstractor)

Trauma Registry Coordinator (Trauma Data Abstractor)

LCMC Health

New Orleans, LA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


LCMC Health rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 125 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

591st of 870 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Your job is more than a job
The Trauma Registry Coordinator provides trauma coding and abstracting services for the Trauma Center at LCMC. Responsible to manage and maintain the hospital's trauma data collection process and registry for the clinical outcomes databases for the Trauma Program. This is accomplished through identification of eligible trauma patients for inclusion into the database in accordance with appropriate rules and policies.
*This position is fully remote after 2 months of onsite training*
Your Everyday
Data Collection and Reporting:
  • Concurrently identifies, abstracts and enters data for Trauma registry patients in accordance with NTDB and TQIP standards in the designated timeframe.
  • Updates and maintains all trauma patient logs and assists in tracking patients throughout the system.
  • Assigns International Classification of Disease, Tenth Edition, Clinical Modification (ICD 10 CM) codes and Association of the Advancement of Automotive Medicine's (AAAM) codes for trauma related injuries and procedures.
  • Monitors the occurrence of certain complications in accordance with NTDB, TQIP and hospital performance improvement (PI) initiatives.
  • Creates and generates reports in support of the trauma Performance Improvement (PI) program for required statistics and for physicians' research.
  • Serves as the primary communicator with the trauma registry vendor on an ongoing basis to ensure compliance with all NTDB and TQIP fields as well as internal and external resources related to hardware, software and network issues.
  • Exports data by scheduled submission dates. Reviews validation reports and makes the appropriate corrections.

Works with Patients, Families and Staff:
  • Establishes working relationships with members of the hospital community including staff in various departments whose support is necessary for the management and success of the program.
  • Works closely with the appropriate manager to ensure PI fallouts, complications, follow up and loop closure are identified, reviewed and documented.

NTDB/TQIP Participation:
  • Completes the American Trauma Society's Trauma Registrar Course, AAAM Injury Scaling Course and the Trauma registry specific continuing education as required.
  • Participates in program webinars as indicated. Attends the TQIP National Conference as indicated.

The Must-Haves
Minimum:
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
2 years of Coding/ Trauma Register, Chart Review, and medical record abstraction
Preferred: Trauma One Software and Epic EMR Experience
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
AHIMA Accredited RHIA or RHIT Program
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Health Information Technician
Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management (CCHIIM)
Registered Health Information Administrator
Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management (CCHIIM)
Certified Coding Specialist
Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management (CCHIIM)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
ICD-10 CM coding, Abbreviated Injury Severity Scoring Knowledge a plus.
Critical thinking skills, compassion, attention to detail, organizational skills, calm under pressure, patience and communication skills.
WORK SHIFT:
Days (United States of America)
LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary
Your extras
  • Deliver healthcare with heart.
  • Give people a reason to smile.
  • Put a little love in your work.
  • Be honest and real, but with compassion.
  • Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
  • Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
  • See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective.
  • Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
  • Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
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About LCMC Health

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LCMC Health, located in New Orleans, Louisiana, US, is a non-profit health system committed to providing high-quality healthcare services. Established in the year 2009, the company operates in the healthcare industry and dexterously manages several institutions, including children’s hospitals, academic medical centers, and local area hospitals. Employing over 8,500 skilled professionals across its network, LCMC Health's mission is to provide healthcare that goes beyond the ordinary to make a positive difference in every life it touches. Their core values encapsulate this mission too, prominently featuring care, innovation, trust, and respect.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New Orleans, LA, US

Year founded

2009

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