Trauma Coder Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Performs the primary function of a Trauma Registrar to accurately compiles and maintain concurrent review of medical records and available databases related to the trauma patient, assists and coordinates data collection processes, exhibits proficiency in data management, demonstrates knowledge of age specific processes of care and assists with regulatory compliance. Performs chart studies while maintaining the databases containing trauma patients and participates in the quality improvement program to evaluate care for trauma patients.

Uploads trauma data to the Texas Department of Health and Human Services and American College of Surgeons TQIP as required. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to analysis data and data valididty of the trauma registry, as well as knowledgeable to identify trends in data and/or events, draw conclusions, and make recommendations to the Trauma Program Director and Trauma Program Manager.  Participates in report generation internally and externally as mandated by regulatory agencies.  Assist with the preparation of materials and minutes of Trauma Service meetings.  Participates in Improvement activities for the overall improvement of the care of the trauma patient.  This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments as needed by the department or program..

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.     Computer literacy to include working knowledge of PC to include software application for Word processing, Excel, Power Point and database is essential.

2.     Skill in mathematics and statistics.

3.     Demonstrates competency and professionalism verbal and written communication and interpersonal relations.

4.     Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical, and trauma terminology.

5.     Hours are flexible but must be able to work in a high pressure environment subject to multiple and changing priorities and demands.

6.     Experience in Trauma Registry/EMS Registry, review of medical records, ICD-10 and E codes.

7.     Completion of an injury scaling course (ATS Trauma Registry, AAA Injury Scaling and/or equivalent) approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) within 12 months from hire or as class availability permits.

8.     Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

1.   High School diploma or GED required; Associates degree or Higher Education preferred. 

2.     Have upon hire or successfully complete the American Trauma Society (ATS) Trauma Registry Course or the Texas Emergency, Trauma and Acute Care Foundation (TETAF) Data Management Course and the Assocation for the Advancment of Automitve Medicine (AAAM) Injury Severity Scale Course or other equivalent course approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and the Trauma Program Director within twelve (12) months of hire, or as class availability and department demands permit.

3.   Certified Specialist in Trauma Registry (CSTR) or successfully obtained the CSTR certification within four years of fulltime employment. Kept by Ruby Bautista

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.     Computer literacy to include working knowledge of PC to include software application for Word processing, Excel, Power Point and database is essential.

2.     Skill in mathematics and statistics.

3.     Demonstrates competency and professionalism verbal and written communication and interpersonal relations.

4.     Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical, and trauma terminology.

5.     Hours are flexible but must be able to work in a high pressure environment subject to multiple and changing priorities and demands.

6.     Experience in Trauma Registry/EMS Registry, review of medical records, ICD-10 and E codes.

7.     Completion of an injury scaling course (ATS Trauma Registry, AAA Injury Scaling and/or equivalent) approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) within 12 months from hire or as class availability permits.

8.     Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

1.   High School diploma or GED required; Associates degree or Higher Education preferred. 

2.     Have upon hire or successfully complete the American Trauma Society (ATS) Trauma Registry Course or the Texas Emergency, Trauma and Acute Care Foundation (TETAF) Data Management Course and the Assocation for the Advancment of Automitve Medicine (AAAM) Injury Severity Scale Course or other equivalent course approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and the Trauma Program Director within twelve (12) months of hire, or as class availability and department demands permit.

3.   Certified Specialist in Trauma Registry (CSTR) or successfully obtained the CSTR certification within four years of fulltime employment. Kept by Ruby Bautista

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.