Trauma Data Specialist

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Shift:

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Trauma Data Specialist to join the Trauma Program team. We are a level one adult and level 2 pediatric trauma center, verified by the American College of Surgeons. The Trauma Data Specialist is responsible for clinical data abstraction and coding for our trauma database.

We are looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, has strong time management skills, and possesses a strong understanding of anatomy and physiology.

*Special note for any applicant who resides outside of the states of Nebraska and Iowa: If you are selected for a role with Nebraska Medicine and do not move to Nebraska or Iowa, your employment will be through KellyOCG.

Details:  

• Full Time-benefit eligible

• 40 Hours per Week (flexible hours)

• This role has the option to be a hybrid or remote position.

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

• Leading Health Network: Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

• Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

• Educational Support: Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Duties: Trauma Data Specialist

Supports our Trauma Program by accurately abstracting, coding, and reporting trauma data in compliance with state, national, and American College of Surgeons standards. Key responsibilities include: analyze medical records, code clinical and follow-up data using AIS, ICD-10, and registry guidelines with 95% accuracy, participate in quality assurance activities and maintain compliance with ACS verification standards, and ensure timely chart closure within 60 days of discharge to meet productivity benchmarks.

Required Qualifications: Trauma Data Specialist

• Minimum of two years’ experience in a health-related field involving data collection, analysis, reporting, and quality review required.
• High school education or equivalent required.
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification or Associate’s degree in a health-related field required.
• Completion of a medical terminology course required.
• Strong computer skills, including database management, Microsoft Office applications, and basic statistical knowledge required.
• Ability to learn and operate specialized software programs required.
• Proficient in PC-based applications such as spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and email required.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, process, and analyze large volumes of clinical data and communicate findings clearly and concisely required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively required.
• High attention to detail required.
• General proficiency with audiovisual, office, and telecommunications equipment required.
• Successful completion of an approved AAAM Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) course within one year of hire required.
• Completion of an approved trauma registry course within one year of hire required.
• Completion of an approved ICD-10 course or ICD-10 refresher every five years required.

Preferred Qualifications: Trauma Data Specialist

• Experience with trauma registry or other healthcare-related registries preferred.
• Strong independent problem-solving skills and ability to work self-directed preferred.
• Proven ability to organize and execute work effectively under frequent deadlines preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills preferred.
• Familiarity with ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.