BURN REGISTRAR - Methodist Health System : Job Details

Hours of Work :

9-5

Days Of Week :

M-F

Work Shift :

Job Description :

Job purpose: The Burn Registrar maintains a database unique to the burn population. This can include identification, collection, coding, scoring, and entering of data into the burn registry database. In addition, performing follow-up for the purposes of incidence, treatment and outcomes, performance improvement, administrative planning and marketing, support programs, and research activities. Ensures adherence to data management protocols set forth to insure regulatory compliance standards, as well as requirements to obtain and/or maintain verification status by the American Burn Association. Assists with quality control activities, information requests, and quality improvement studies as requested, and will, through understanding of the tool, respond to all requests for information to include clinical interpretations of data element definitions and benchmark and/or comparative report interpretations. The burn registrar will be responsible for developing and maintaining general policies and procedures for data abstraction, validation of data for accuracy, and submission to appropriate entities. Demonstrates ongoing knowledge and application of process improvement activities, in concert with the American Burn Association, state and local programs, as well as with MDMC Trauma Program. Assures accuracy and continuation of work with other registrars and data analysts.

Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.

Age Specific Care Considerations: Not applicable

Education

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

• Required: Relevant healthcare experience preferably in coding, chart abstraction or quality review minimum of 2 years' experience

• Preferred: Current license in State of Texas as Registered or Licensed Vocational Nurse, Paramedic or Coding Specialist with 2 years' experience in general medical/surgical nursing, critical care or trauma patient care

• Preferred: Burn Care Quality Program (BCQP) training and/or experience

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in computer data entry, extraction, and database management systems is necessary. Experience with electronic health records (EMR) is often preferred.

• Other: Strong analytical, critical thinking and communication skills are essential, along with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. The ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality is also crucial.

Licenses and/or Certifications (Required and Preferred)

• Other appropriate licensure or clinical/coding or healthcare certification may be considered

Related Work Experience and Other Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing with various levels of staff. Ability to work as a team player

• Ability to work in a cost effective manner

• Effective organizational and time management skills

• Preferred: 2 years of registry experience at a Level I or Level 2 trauma facility.

Job Roles:

• Collect, abstract, and categorize detailed clinical and demographic data from patient medical records related to burn injuries, treatments, and outcomes.

• Assign appropriate codes (e.g., ICD-10 CM and PCS) to patient records.

• Ensure the quality and accuracy of data submitted to the Burn Registry, adhering to established data dictionaries and abstraction guidelines.

• Maintain and manage the Burn Registry database, including performing routine checks for data accuracy and implementing corrective actions for invalid data.

• Generate reports (monthly, annual, ad-hoc) related to burn registry data for various purposes, including performance improvement, research, and compliance reporting.

• Ensure the security and privacy of all burn registry data, adhering to HIPAA and other relevant regulations.

• Serve as a liaison with registry software vendors and the IT department to ensure proper functioning and updates of the database.

• Participate in quality assurance and data validation activities to ensure data accuracy and timely submission of data to relevant registries.

• Collaborate with the burn team on performance improvement initiatives, utilizing registry data for analysis and reporting.

• Maintain current knowledge of burn registry requirements, coding systems, and health information technology through ongoing professional development and training.

• Other duties as assigned.

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas' best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned:

• Magnet®-designated hospital

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review , 2023

• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023

• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023

• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

• Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs

Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare , Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned:

• Magnet® designations for Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, Methodist Mansfield, and Methodist Richardson Medical Centers

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review , 2023

• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023

• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Methodist Health System (MHS) to select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of MHS to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, marital status, genetic information or ancestry. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, training, development, transfer all other privileges of employment. MHS is committed to maintain a working environment free of intimidation, workplace discrimination and harassment. Retaliation or attempted retaliatory behavior that occurs as a result of an employee's exercise of their rights under this policy or any other statutorily protected right is strictly prohibited and will be grounds for disciplinary action.