University Health
Location
San Antonio, TX | United States
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Works under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Trauma Registry, Accreditation and Research 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. Promotes University Health’s guest relations policy.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent 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.
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