Trauma Registrar

Corewell Health
United States, Michigan, St. Joseph
Jan 08, 2026
Job Summary Identifies, abstracts, and maintains records of applicable / appropriate patients in a registry data system. Analyzes registry data and disseminates information in accordance with professional ethics. Preserves confidentiality and security of patient data stored in registry files. Essential Functions Identifies cases by referencing primary and secondary sources of information, accessioning and follow-up according to department policy. See department addendum for specific essential functions. Upholds legal and ethical aspects including data security, release of registry data, confidentiality and data transmission. Assigns diagnosis codes according to requirements of the American College of Surgeons (ACOS). Abstracts registry data, including patient demographics, diagnostic procedures, history and extent of disease, therapeutic treatment and procedures and physician related information. Reviews registry data for completeness and accuracy, and follows up by reviewing primary and secondary data sources as necessary. Meets departmental quality standards during multi-source data abstraction into the registry. Performs data analysis and prepares reports within study parameters (e.g., patient care evaluations (PCEs)). Participates in meetings and assists with reporting quarterly data findings, special studies and quality control activities as directed by manager. Ensures all data for program is entered accurately, timely and completely. Completes data validation and ensures accurate submission of data. Qualifications Required Associate's Degree Health Information Technician (HIT), Associate's degree in Cancer Information Management, or degree in nursing (RN level) or equivalent. Possession of the credential of Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) provides exemption from educational or nursing requirements. Based on Spectrum Health entity and department as appropriate. CRT-Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) - AAAM Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine Trauma Services specific (adult and peds) 1 Year CRT-Tumor Registrar, Certified (CTR) - NCRA National Cancer Registrars Association SHGR and CHS Cancer Registry Depts 1 Year Preferred Bachelor's Degree Health Information Administrator (HIA) 2 years of relevant experience Related experience, preferably in a registry setting LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire CRT-Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - AAPC American Academy of Professional Coders Trauma Services specific (adult and peds) Upon Hire Or CRT-Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - AHIMA American Health Information Management Association Trauma Services specific (adult and peds) Upon Hire How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph Department Name Trauma St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp Employment Type Part time Shift Variable (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 28 Hours of Work Variable Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency N/A CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. 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