Trauma Registry Supervisor

Career Guide

A Trauma Registry Supervisor leads the collection, validation, and reporting of trauma patient data used for performance improvement, clinical research, and compliance with trauma program requirements. This role manages registry staff, ensures data quality, and partners with clinicians and quality teams to turn data into safer care.

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Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily trauma registry operations and staffing
Assign cases and monitor abstraction and coding productivity
Maintain trauma data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
Run routine data quality audits and resolve discrepancies
Coordinate data submissions to state and national trauma databases
Prepare reports for trauma committee meetings and quality reviews
Support trauma performance improvement projects with data analysis
Collaborate with trauma surgeons, nurses, and quality leaders on definitions and metrics
Maintain policies, procedures, and training materials for registry work
Support site visits, verification preparation, and documentation requests
Manage registry software configuration needs and user access
Ensure patient privacy and secure handling of protected health information

Top Skills for Success

People Management

Coaching

Written Communication

Stakeholder Management

Attention to Detail

Workflow Management

Data Quality Management

Medical Record Abstraction

Trauma Registry Standards

Trauma Coding Rules

Audit Planning

Report Development

Basic Data Analysis

Quality Improvement Methods

Health Information Privacy

Trauma Registry Software

Electronic Health Record Navigation

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Trauma Program Manager

Trauma Performance Improvement Coordinator

Quality Improvement Manager

Clinical Data Manager

Registry Manager

Transition Opportunities

Healthcare Quality Director

Clinical Informatics Specialist

Patient Safety Manager

Population Health Analyst

Research Operations Manager

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Advanced Data AnalysisData VisualizationPresentation SkillsProject ManagementPolicy WritingChange ManagementBenchmarking InterpretationVerification Readiness Planning

Development SuggestionsBuild capability with structured reporting and dashboards, practice presenting findings to clinical committees, and strengthen project management. Request mentorship from quality leadership on performance improvement methods and verification preparation, and complete focused training in trauma registry standards and audit techniques.

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry Level$65,000 to $80,000

Mid Level$80,000 to $100,000

Senior Level$100,000 to $125,000

Growth Trend

Steady demand. Hiring remains stable due to ongoing trauma center verification needs, increased focus on quality reporting, and continued expansion of data-driven patient safety programs.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

Level I Trauma CentersLevel II Trauma CentersAcademic Medical CentersRegional Health SystemsChildren's HospitalsPublic Safety Net HospitalsMilitary Treatment Facilities

Industry Sectors

Hospitals and Health SystemsAcademic MedicineGovernment HealthcarePediatric HealthcareTrauma Program Administration

Recommended Next Steps

Review your trauma center requirements and align registry workflows to those standards

Create a simple monthly data quality scorecard and track improvement over time

Set up a consistent audit schedule and document issue resolution steps

Partner with the trauma performance improvement team to define a short list of priority metrics

Strengthen reporting with clearer visuals and consistent metric definitions

Complete training in trauma registry standards and trauma coding rules

Develop a cross-training plan so registry coverage is reliable during absences

Update registry policies and procedures and keep them version controlled

Prepare a verification readiness checklist and maintain an evidence file

Document accomplishments with measurable outcomes for your resume and performance reviews