Skills:

Required:

• Must demonstrate strong analytical skills; strong communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills; excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize requests and assignments. Self-directed with initiative to function independently as needed.
• Must be familiar with medical terminology and basic anatomy
• Must demonstrate proficiency in utilizing computers and with Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred:

• Data Base Management experience, AIS/ISS, ICD-10 coding familiarity is highly recommended
• Data validation and maintenance of data integrity experience a plus

Experience:

Required:

• 2+ years of progressive health care experience

Preferred:

• Previous Registry/Report writing experience
• Experience with a strong emphasis on data integrity, analysis and validation
• At least 2 years of experience working with data management

Education/Degree Requirements

Required:

• Associate Degree in health related field
• Within the first year, must attend and pass the American Trauma Society's Trauma Registrar Course and the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine AIS Coding Course.

Licensure, Certifications, or Registration:

Preferred:

• Certified Specialist in Trauma Registries (CSTR), ATS-ICD-10 Trauma injury coding course, ATS registry course, AAAM AIS coding course, Registered Health Information (RHIT), *CAISS certification (Certified Abbreviated injury Scale Specialist)

Salem Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.