Job Category:

Administrative & Clerical

Work Shift/Schedule:

8 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

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.

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.

NGHS: Opportunities start here.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

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Trauma Registrar - CSTR preferred