Health Information Technologist & Medical Registrar
Also called: Medical Records Analyst, Medical Records Director
Apply knowledge of healthcare and information systems to assist in the design, development, and continued modification and analysis of computerized healthcare systems. Abstract, collect, and analyze treatment and followup information of patients.
What does a Health Information Technologist & Medical Registrar do?
Apply knowledge of healthcare and information systems to assist in the design, development, and continued modification and analysis of computerized healthcare systems. Abstract, collect, and analyze treatment and followup information of patients. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the healthcare information system. May design, develop, test, and implement databases with complete history, diagnosis, treatment, and health status to help monitor diseases.
- Assign the patient to diagnosis-related groups (DRGs), using appropriate computer software.
- Compile medical care and census data for statistical reports on diseases treated, surgery performed, or use of hospital beds.
- Design databases to support healthcare applications, ensuring security, performance and reliability.
How to become a Health Information Technologist & Medical Registrar
Training: Employees in these careers need one or two years of training. Both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers may be needed. An apprenticeship program may be a good choice for these careers.
Skills you'll use
Is it a fit for you?
- Cautiousness
- Integrity
- Attention to Detail
- Dependability
- Intellectual Curiosity
Tools and technology
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How much does a Health Information Technologist & Medical Registrar make?
About $68,020 a year at the U.S. median. Most earn between $39,830 and $117,420. Pay depends on the state, the employer and experience.
How long does it take to become a Health Information Technologist & Medical Registrar?
Employees in these careers need one or two years of training. Both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers may be needed. An apprenticeship program may be a good choice for these careers.
Is Health Information Technologist & Medical Registrar a good career to get into?
O*NET lists it as a Bright Outlook career: it's expected to grow quickly or have lots of openings in the next few years.
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