University of Mississippi Medical Center · 1 month ago
RN-Scr Data Abstractor Part-Time
Jackson, MS
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a RN-Scr Data Abstractor to collect and submit reliable data to the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP). The role involves high-quality data compilation, documentation, and entry into the NSQIP database, while also identifying opportunities for clinical quality improvement.
EducationHealth CareMedical
Responsibilities
Identifies surgical patients for inclusion in the program through inclusion criteria and protocols; collects and reports data; identifies all metabolic and bariatric surgery patients for inclusion in the MBSAQIP data registry; collects preoperative, interoperative, 30-day postoperative, and long-term (6 month and annual thereafter) follow-up data components for the program; identifies streamlining and process improvement opportunities in the data collection process and enters data into database
Collects preoperative, operative, and postoperative data components for the program through the efficient utilization of the hospital medical record systems; works effectively with all appropriate hospital and medical center staff and surgeon office staff necessary for the management and success of the program; serves as an educational resource on the MBSAQIP data registry platform for internal and external audiences by developing educational material and delivering presentations
Attends weekly morbidity and mortality conference to ensure reliable data collection of postoperative occurrences
Demonstrates applicability of the methodology and the reliability of definitions utilized by reviewers within the program through inter-rater reliability testing
Identifies streamlining and process improvement opportunities in the data collection program process
Maintains knowledge of medical terminology and documentation trends. Responds to internal and external inquiries. Tracks patients and collects follow-up data as appropriate
Demonstrates appropriate utilization of resources necessary to obtain valid, reliable data for entry into the program
Utilizes software applications for data collection and analysis. Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of data into the database and meets the caseload accrual requirement protocol
Reviews weekly site accrual report on the database and responds to accrual report alerts
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time
Qualification
Required
Two (2) years' experience in hospital surgery department or surgery clinic
Valid RN license
Successful NSQIP SCR training/certification within ninety days of hire date
Knowledge of patient charts, medical terminology, and surgical procedures
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications
Ability to read and interpret medical terminology
Preferred
BSN preferred
Company
University of Mississippi Medical Center
University of Mississippi Medical Center is a school in Jackson. It is a sub-organization of University of Mississippi.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$37M2013-08-22Debt Financing· $37M
Leadership Team
Britt Crewse
Chief Executive Officer - Adult Hospitals
Dodie McElmurray
Chief Executive Officer- Community Hospitals
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