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Parallon

Infection Data Abstractor

Schertz, TX · On-site

Maintain clinical knowledge of various abstracted measures. * Communicate in a timely manner with ... our Infection Data Abstractor opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified ...

Parallon

Neuroscience Data Abstractor

Schertz, TX · On-site

Maintain clinical knowledge of various abstracted measures. * Communicate in a timely manner with ... Neuroscience Data Abstractor opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified ...

Parallon

Neuroscience Data Abstractor

Cibolo, TX · On-site

Maintain clinical knowledge of various abstracted measures. * Communicate in a timely manner with ... Neuroscience Data Abstractor opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified ...

Parallon

Infection Data Abstractor

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

Maintain clinical knowledge of various abstracted measures. * Communicate in a timely manner with ... our Infection Data Abstractor opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified ...

MRO Corporation

MBSAQIP Data Abstractor - FT

$27 - $33/hr

Overview The MBSAQIP Data Abstractor (SCDS - Senior Clinical Data Specialist) delivers quality solutions to hospital partners across the country. They approach each hospital engagement as an ...

MRO Corporation

MBSAQIP Data Abstractor - Part Time

$27 - $33/hr

Overview The MBSAQIP Data Abstractor (SCDS - Senior Clinical Data Specialist) delivers quality solutions to hospital partners across the country. They approach each hospital engagement as an ...

Advocate Aurora Health

$21.85 - $32.80/hr

Independently abstracts and interprets pertinent data from medical records with an average level of ... Cardiac Clinical experience preferred SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: * Detail-oriented and self-motivated

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How much do lead clinical data abstractor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead clinical data abstractor in the United States is $81,196.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lead clinical data abstractor?

Lead Clinical Data Abstractors are healthcare professionals responsible for overseeing the collection, analysis, and validation of clinical data from medical records. They ensure the accuracy and completeness of data used for research, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. In addition to abstracting data themselves, they often supervise a team of abstractors, develop data abstraction protocols, and serve as liaisons between clinical staff and data management teams. Their expertise is crucial for maintaining high data quality standards in healthcare organizations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead clinical data abstractor?

To thrive as a Lead Clinical Data Abstractor, you need an in-depth understanding of medical terminology, clinical workflows, and data abstraction methods, often supported by a healthcare degree and relevant experience. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), clinical coding systems (like ICD-10 or CPT), and data management software is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to lead and communicate effectively with a team are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of clinical data, directly impacting healthcare quality and compliance.

What are some common challenges faced by a lead clinical data abstractor, and how can they be managed effectively?

A Lead Clinical Data Abstractor often encounters challenges such as ensuring data accuracy across large volumes of medical records, maintaining compliance with evolving regulatory requirements, and coordinating abstraction workflows among team members. To manage these effectively, staying updated on clinical guidelines, implementing robust quality control measures, and fostering open communication within the team are key strategies. Additionally, leveraging advanced data management software and ongoing training can help streamline processes and uphold data integrity.

What is the difference between Lead Clinical Data Abstractor vs Clinical Data Abstractor?

AspectLead Clinical Data AbstractorClinical Data Abstractor
CredentialsTypically requires experience and sometimes certification in clinical data managementUsually requires relevant healthcare or data management training, but less experience needed
Work EnvironmentLeads data abstraction projects, supervises team, and ensures data qualityPerforms data abstraction tasks under supervision, focusing on data accuracy
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in clinical research organizations, hospitals, and pharma companiesFound in similar settings, often as entry to mid-level roles in clinical data management

The Lead Clinical Data Abstractor typically has more experience, supervises others, and oversees data quality, whereas the Clinical Data Abstractor focuses on executing data abstraction tasks. Both roles are essential in clinical research, but the lead position involves additional responsibilities and leadership duties.

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Infographic showing various Lead Clinical Data Abstractor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,196 per year, or $39 per hour.

Infection Data Abstractor

San Antonio, TX • On-site

HCA Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
Hospitals • 10K+ employees
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Mission Health (North Carolina) rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as an Infection Data Abstractor today with Parallon.
Job Summary and Qualifications
Asa work from home Infection Data Abstractor II,you will be responsible for abstraction of data for complex infectious disease data.
What you will do in this role:

  • Completes abstraction process for assigned facility(ies), including abstraction of cases into the required system (e.g., COMET, TheraDoc, Digital Innovations, NHSN, etc.).
  • Responsible for reviewing medical records to abstract information according to the standards of various regulatory and accreditation agencies (e.g., CMS, TJC, NHSN, etc.).
  • Performs timely abstraction to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Completes edit checks and makes appropriate changes on a timely basis.
  • Follow standards and CSG/Parallon instructions to abstract all reportable cases.
  • Assist with case follow-up as requested.
  • Attend educational activities as approved by Manager or Director.
  • Maintain clinical knowledge of various abstracted measures.
  • Communicate in a timely manner with manager to achieve measure compliance.
  • Submit data timely through the appropriate reporting system.
  • Resolve errors resulting in the rejection of records from the data entry system.
What qualifications you will need:
  • 2+ years of experience in Health Information Management; Coding, Nursing, and/or Health Registry abstraction experience required
  • Completion of a certified coding or nursing program strongly preferred
  • RHIT, RHIA, CCS certification strongly preferred
  • LVN or RN preferred
  • Undergraduate degree in a healthcare related field required. Extensive experience (5 years or more) may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Benefits
Parallon, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
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Parallon provides full-service revenue cycle management, or total patient account resolution, for HCA Healthcare. Our services include scheduling, registration, insurance verification, hospital billing, revenue integrity, collections, payment compliance, credentialing, health information management, customer service, payroll and physician billing. We also provide full-service revenue cycle management as well as targeted solutions, such as Medicaid Eligibility, for external clients across the country. Parallon has over 17,000 colleagues, and serves close to 1,000 hospitals and 3,000 physician practices, all making an impact on patients, providers and their communities.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
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"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Infection Data Abstractor opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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Mission Hospital, located in Asheville, is Mission Health's flagship hospital and is licensed for 763 beds. Business North Carolina ranked Mission Hospital the No. 1 "Best Hospital" in North Carolina for 2017 and 2018, and Mission Hospital ranked among the top 1% of "Best Hospitals" nationally in 2016 by Healthgrades. We are the regional referral center for tertiary and quaternary care and the region's only Level II trauma center. Mission Hospital also includes Mission Children's Hospital - the region's only children's hospital - providing 30 pediatric sub-specialists. We're the busiest surgical hospital west of Raleigh, North Carolina, and the second-busiest in the state. Mission Hospital provides the only open heart and interventional cardiology in the region, and is the only Cyberknife provider west of Raleigh.

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Hospitals and health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Asheville, NC, US

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