Cardiac Srvcs Data Specialist - Cardiac Srvcs - Full Time/Days - Req# 2080656167

Brief Description

Job Objective: Under the direction of the Cardiovascular Services Manager reviews, interprets and abstracts information from the medical record into multiple computerized databases in order to meet regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inputs data elements into multiple electronic databases.
• Abstracts information in a timely manner within established time frames.
• Uses various software applications.
• Keeps abreast of regulatory/accrediting changes in a timely manner.
• Conducts searches on the internet for regulatory and accreditation information.
• Educate oneself using various methods provided such as web-based sessions, regularly scheduled abstraction clinics, and frequently asked questions forum.
• Provides education to the Medical Staff and Medical Center staff regarding analysis and interpretation of the data element requirements and the outcome of data abstracted.
• Protects the confidentiality of the medical record as mandated by law, professional standards, and the Medical Center’s policies.
• Assumes responsibility for cross-checking quality, accuracy and completeness of abstracts.
• Data abstractions shall achieve as close to 95% as possible but no lower than 85% for more than 1 quarter.
• Abstraction productivity should be as close to equivalent for the number of abstractors as possible (i.e. 3 abstractors, as close to 33% as possible).
• Notifies Cardiac Services Manager whenever time frames cannot be met.
• Performs additional quality studies and duties as directed.
• Assists with regulatory surveys or other needs as identified.
  
  

Non-Essential Duties:

• Other miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as required for maintaining the services provided by the department.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of medical diagnostic and procedural terminology
• Understanding of cardiac disease processes, anatomy and physiology as necessary
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations and requirements which pertain to patient care information
• Basic computer knowledge and database management
• Has a working knowledge of aspects of patient care provided in the facility
  
  

Skills

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Is a motivated independent individual who can organize workload so that all functions are completed appropriately and timely
• Skilled in data analysis and interpretation
  
  

Abilities

• Able to interpret criteria for review and abstract data element requirements as defined, including but not limited to various cardiac accreditations.
• Ability to read handwritten and transcribed documents in the medical record, interpret information, and enter complete and accurate data into a computer system
• Ability to use designated reference materials
  
  

AVMC Values: All AVMC employees will effectively demonstrate these values:

• Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.
• Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.
• Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.
• Integrity & Honesty – We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.
• Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality.
• Initiative & Innovation – Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value.
• Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.
  
  

Education and Experience:

Education

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing and/or B.S.N. preferred
  
  

Experience

• Five years of recent acute care experience and knowledge of cardiac background preferred.
  
  

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

• Current clinical licensure in State of California, RN preferred
  
  

AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations:

• Ability to adhere with AVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy.
• Ability to adhere with AVMC Leaves of Absence Policy.
• Ability to adhere with AVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy.
• Ability to adhere to the department dress code.
• Ability to organize work and establish priorities.
• Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties.
• Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters.
• Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff.
• Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVMC.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patients, hospital and department information.
• Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations.
• Safely and effectively use all the equipment necessary to carry out duties.
• Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Conforms with required and appropriate accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines.
• Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education.
• Display a willingness to work as a team player.
• Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times.
• Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVMC Board of Directors.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies.
• Ability to follow the Code of Conduct.
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Work is performed both in an office and nursing unit environment
• Must be able to make rounds within Medical Center and conduct patient/family interviews as well as conduct education throughout Medical Center as needed.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, sit, and perform occasional bending and twisting.
• Ability to lift and carry 10 lbs.
• Potential exposure to biohazards-blood borne infectious waste and ability to use PPE.
  
  

A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.

NOTE: THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY PEOPLE ASSIGNED TO THIS JOB. THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS, AND WORKING CONDITIONS FOR THE PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Education

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing and/or B.S.N. preferred
  
  

Experience

• Five years of recent acute care experience and knowledge of cardiac background preferred.
  
  

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

• Current clinical licensure in State of California, RN preferred