STS Cardiac Data Abstractor: Part-Time

Direct abstraction experience within the STS General Thoracic (GTS) or Adult Cardiac (ACS) registry within the last 12 months. Exposure to multiple patient medical record systems (EMRs) and clinical databases. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. High standards for accuracy and attention to detail. Technical savvy and strong desire to learn new systems. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office (Microsoft Excel). Ability to thrive working independently and take ownership. Consistent and clear communication skills. Strong self-organizational and time management skills. Adaptability to changes in timelines and priorities. High degree of responsibility in keeping PHI secure and confidential.

Apply specialized clinical knowledge to categorize, code, summarize, interpret, and calculate registry/case information from patient medical records. Ensure quality submission of data in specified registries or measure data repositories. Prioritize, organize, and meet tight deadlines for multiple concurrent tasks. Navigate electronic medical records (EMR) and registry/case entry tools, troubleshooting technical issues. Contribute to team best practices, data dictionaries, and abstraction guidelines. Stay up-to-date on mandated regulatory/publicly reported data requirements.