Remote Trauma Registrar - Data Abstraction & Input — Gainesville, GA
Full job description
Job Category:
Administrative & Clerical
Work Shift/Schedule:
8 Hr Morning - Afternoon
About the Role
Trauma Registrar
Help Drive Excellence in Trauma Care Through Accurate Data and Quality Outcomes
Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is seeking a detail-oriented Trauma Registrar to support our Trauma Services team. In this role, you'll be responsible for trauma registry data abstraction, coding, and reporting that supports performance improvement, regulatory compliance, and exceptional patient care.
Ideal candidates will have Certified Specialist in Trauma Registry (CSTR).
What You'll Do
- Identify patients meeting trauma registry criteria
- Abstract and analyze medical record data
- Assign AIS, ISS, and ICD-10 codes
- Ensure timely, accurate data entry and reporting
- Support trauma program quality initiatives and education efforts
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year of registry experience (Trauma, Stroke, Cardiac, Cancer, or similar)
- 2 years of healthcare experience
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, ICD-10 coding, and chart abstraction
Preferred:
- Certified Specialist in Trauma Registry (CSTR) or ability to obtain within two years of eligibility
Why NGHS?
At NGHS, you'll find more than a job—you'll find a career with purpose.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- Paid time off and wellness programs
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Supportive team culture focused on compassion, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on trauma care across Northeast Georgia
Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with flexibility based on department needs.
Join NGHS and help ensure the highest quality trauma data supports the highest quality trauma care.
Remote Position – This role is approved for remote work in eligible states. Due to employment and regulatory requirements, we are unable to hire for this position in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, or Washington, D.C.
NGHS: Opportunities start here.