Trauma Registrar – Surgical Specialties Position Available In Pulaski, Arkansas

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Closing Date:

07/16/2025

Type of Position:

Professional Staff –

Project/Program Administration Job Type:

Regular Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

Health:

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)

Retirement:

Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department:

ICE |

SUSL Trauma Staff Department’s Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Trauma Registrar is responsible for data collection, both abstracting and analyzing, data entry, data validation, maintenance, and reporting of data for the Arkansas designated Level 1 Trauma Center as required by the Arkansas Department of Health, and the National Trauma Data Bank. The trauma registrar shall utilize the data for injury research, epidemiology, injury prevention and performance improvement.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma/GED, plus four (4) years of work experience in an acute care hospital, database management, or office administration OR Associate Degree in Information Technology, HIM, Business, or Health Care PLUS two (2) years’ work experience in an acute care hospital or health care setting in database management. Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes, as well as ICD-10 Trauma registry experience Proficient in Outlook, MS Word, and Excel

MOI, AIS/ISS, ICD-10

coding experience Demonstrates strong analytical skills; strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and excellent organizational skills Self-directed to accomplish tasks and goals required

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree CSTR, or CAISS national certification desired within 3 years of employment

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Collects and accurately enters trauma patient information into the trauma registry in a timely manner Assigns and scores all injuries utilizing the AIS and

ICD-9/10

Classification of Diseases Reviews trauma patients’ clinical records across the continuum of care, including EMS reports, the Emergency Department, Surgery, and inpatient records, and applies appropriate Mechanism of Injury (MOI) and operative codes Ensures compliance with National Trauma Data Bank (NTDB) and Arkansas Trauma Registry (ATR) required standards Facilitates monthly/quarterly analysis to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. (Data entry within 60 days of discharge) Triages case severity and assigns work load product amongst registrars Uses NTRAC Database software program to generate reports for research and quality improvement of the Trauma Center Performs coding oversight and validation of ICU/Death/Complication cases completed by Trauma Registrar I Initiates process of inter-rater reliability in a systematic review Maintains confidentiality of patients and employees information in verbal, written, and electronic format Collaborates with Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas Medical Examiner’s office Completes Performance Improvement primary issue documentation following a taxonomy template and assists with identification of patient hospital events Participates as an integral team member in the maintenance of and preparation for review of the Level 1 Trauma Center Works collaboratively with physicians, coworkers, management and other departments

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to

Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title),

Resume Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding,

Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A Benefits Eligible:

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