Medical Coder Position Summary Will be responsible for maintaining and managing trauma registry data in support of trauma program operations and trauma center designation requirements. This individual will identify eligible trauma cases, abstract and code clinical data, assign ICD-10 and AIS codes, perform ongoing chart reviews, and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of registry reporting.The Trauma Registrar partners closely with trauma program leadership to support quality initiatives, performance improvement activities, regulatory reporting, benchmarking efforts, and trauma center verification requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and review trauma cases for registry inclusion based on established criteria
- Abstract clinical, demographic, injury, treatment, and outcomes data from medical records
- Assign accurate ICD-10 and AIS codes in accordance with industry standards
- Perform ongoing chart reviews to ensure data completeness and accuracy
- Maintain trauma registry data integrity through routine quality audits and validation activities
- Support trauma program performance improvement and quality initiatives
- Prepare and submit required reports for internal stakeholders and external agencies
- Participate in registry maintenance, data analysis, and benchmarking activities
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, coders, and trauma program staff to resolve documentation and coding questions
- Ensure compliance with all trauma registry standards, reporting requirements, and accreditation guidelines
Required Qualifications
- Experience in trauma registry abstraction and data management
- Knowledge of ICD-10 coding and AIS coding methodologies
- Strong understanding of medical terminology, diagnoses, procedures, complications, and comorbidities
- Ability to interpret complex clinical documentation and medical records
- Experience working with trauma registry software and Windows-based applications
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
- Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume workload
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Why Join Us?
- Fully remote work environment
- Long-term contract opportunity with potential for extension
- Stable Monday-Friday daytime schedule
- Flexible start and end times
- Opportunity to directly impact trauma program quality, regulatory compliance, and patient outcomes
- Collaborative team environment with experienced trauma and performance improvement professionals
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.
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We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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