Trauma Abstractor job in Nashville, TN
Nashville, TN CorTech LLC
| Job Ref: | 363282 |
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CorTech LLC |
| Job Type: | Contract |
| Salary and Benefits: | 31.48/Per Hour |
| Remote: | No |
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| City: | Nashville, TN |
| Post Code: | 37203 |
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JobsRUs.com. is seeking to hire a Trauma Abstractor for our client in Nashville, TN! Benefits Available! Weekly Pay! Pay Rate - $31.48/Hour DESCRIPTION: GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: This position is responsible for abstraction of data for core measure, trauma, VON and/or various cardiovascular services. SUPERVISOR: Manager, Clinical Data Abstraction DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: 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 nstructions to abstract all reportable cases. Assist with case follow-up as requested. Attend educational activities as approved by Manager and/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. Participates in required continuing education programs and annual reorientation. Practice and adhere to the ?Code of Conduct? philosophy and ?Mission and Value Statement? Other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Familiar with medical record documentation Basic medical terminology and physiology Able to navigate through the medical record and locate specific documentation Understanding of patient discharge disposition and where to validate in the medical record Ability to extract data from medical record content for abstraction Proficiency in computer skills to include Microsoft Office applications Possess basic keyboard skills Knowledge of medical terminology, quality measures and coding logic. EDUCATION REQUIRED: High school degree (or equivalent) required. PREFERRED: Undergraduate (Associates or Bachelor) degree or successful completion of a certified coding program EXPERIENCE 1 year in Health Information Management; Coding or Health Registry abstraction experience preferred CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: PREFERRED: RHIA, RHIT, CSS, LVN or RN PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: - Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports. Requires lifting papers or boxes up to 50 pounds occasionally. Work is performed in an office environment. Work may be stressful at times. Contact may involve dealing with angry or upset people. Staff must remain flexible and available to provide staffing assistance for any/all disaster or emergency situations. OSHA CATEGORY: The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues (although situations can be imagined or hypothesized under which anyone, anywhere, might encounter potential exposure to body fluids). Persons who perform these duties are not called upon as part of their employment to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid, or to be potentially exposed in some other way. | |
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