Trauma Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Works under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Trauma Registry, Trauma Clinic and the Executive Director of Trauma Services. Identifies, abstracts and enters selected trauma-related patient healthcare data into the Trauma Registry. Uses principles of data utility and standards endorsed by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma, the National Trauma Data Standard, the Trauma Quality Improvement Program and the Texas Department of State Health Services. As needed manages Trauma Clinic provider schedules and assists patients with scheduling appointments, referral and authorization review, appointment reminders, answer calls for assigned clinic area and other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience. Experience in Trauma. A high school diploma is required. Must attend or have previously attended two specialized trauma registry courses within 12 months of hire. (1) the American Trauma Society’s Trauma Registry Course or equivalent provided by a national or state credentialed program and (2) the Association of the Advancement of Automotive Medicine’s Injury Scaling Course. Must complete a minimum of 8 continuing education hours related specifically to trauma registry annually. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred