Pediatric Cardiology Data Abstractor

Department:

03050 AMG Oak Lawn Peds Cardio - Pediatrics: Cardiology

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

20

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Flexible schedule

Pay Range

$21.85 - $32.80

Job Profile Summary

Under general supervision, performs duties involved in the collection, interpretation, and documentation of medical events data in support of research and information gathering activities. Researches and abstracts medical records.

Job Description

• Independently abstracts and interprets pertinent data from medical records with an average level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintains extensive knowledge of study protocol, diseases, medical terminology and pharmaceutical drugs to make informed decisions regarding patient hospitalizations.
• Reads, understands and abstracts information from diagnostic reports and procedures.
• Participates in quality control reviews.
• Resolves problems related to data queries sent by the coordinating center.
• Attends training for annual re-certification programs, attends conferences for continuing education, attends and represents the WFUHS site at abstractor training and conference calls.  
• Communicates effectively and timely with the coordinating center.
• Performs other duties as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree and one year experience; or an equivalent education and experience.
• Coursework in anatomy & physiology and medical terminology preferred.
• Registered Nurse experience preferred
• Cardiac Clinical experience preferred

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Detail-oriented and self-motivated
• Works independently abstracting records with high level of accuracy and above average efficiency rate of expected quota
• Shows satisfactory performance of additional independent study related duties
• Works well in a team environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to reach and bend
• Able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 100lbs.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.