Trauma Registrar III at Denver Health in Davis Pavilion North

Job description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Trauma Registrar III to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department Trauma Service Job Summary The Trauma Registrar III serves as a senior registry specialist responsible for advanced trauma data abstraction, registry validation, and data analysis supporting trauma program performance improvement, research, and regulatory compliance. This position provides mentorship to registry staff and assists with registry operations, quality assurance, and reporting requirements for NTDB, TQIP, and state trauma programs. Essential Functions : Perform advanced trauma data abstraction and injury coding with expert accuracy. (20%) Conduct internal registry audits and validation reviews. (15%) Assist with NTDB, TQIP, and state trauma registry submissions. (10%) Analyze trauma registry data to support performance improvement initiatives. (10%) Assist the Trauma Data Specialist in training new registrars upon hiring. (10%) Participate in trauma program research initiatives and injury prevention projects. (10%) Serve as a subject matter expert on trauma registry standards and coding rules. (10%) Mentor and train Trauma Registrar I and II staff. (5%) Assist Adult Trauma Program Manager and Trauma Data Specialist with trauma registry workflow optimization and process improvement. (5%) Participate in trauma program committees and accreditation preparation activities (e.g., ACS verification). (5%) Education : High School Diploma or GED Required Work Experience : 2-3 years actual trauma registry experience Required ICD-10 certification Required Licenses : AIS-Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale - AAAM - Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Possess good computer keyboarding skills. Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems. Knowledge of organizational structure, work flow, and operating procedures. Microsoft Office products. Ability to read and interpret clinical data from a medical record. Familiarity with ICD 10 Diagnosis and procedure coding preferred. Familiarity with Abbreviated Injury Scale/ Injury Severity Scores (AIS/ISS) preferred. Experience with computer databases preferred. Experience with TQIP benchmarking and data analysis Experience supporting ACS trauma verification Experience with trauma registry quality validation processes Shift Work Type Regular Salary $26.88 - $38.98 / hr Benefits At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you. Here is a small list of our benefit programs: Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5% Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance. Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education, coaching, and professional develop