We are seeking a detail-oriented Medical Records Abstractor to join our team. In this role, you will review and abstract relevant medical information from Records and other relevant records systems, ensure accurate data entry into our REDCap database, and maintain data quality. You will also collaborate with external partners to obtain medical records and train new or temporary data abstractors.

Expectations and Responsibilities:

• Review and abstract relevant information from medical Records and records of pregnant individuals and their infants who test positive for Hepatitis C, Syphilis, and other public health concerns. Access and evaluate medical records in various formats (electronic, faxed, mailed) and document any missing information for follow-up.
• Conduct thorough Records reviews and input data into REDCap, cross-checking with other data systems for accuracy. Track and report progress, prioritize workflows to meet deadlines, and ensure compliance with confidentiality and privacy laws.
• Report data quality issues to program epidemiologists and assist with data management and surveillance efforts. Stay updated on technical methodologies and communicate changes to improve data abstraction processes.
• Represent SET-NET at CDC meetings, ensuring processes align with strategies to address health disparities.
• Train and lead new and temporary Medical Records Abstractors, providing guidance and support on data abstraction processes. Update training materials and manuals as needed.
• Coordinate with local health departments and tribal public health staff to access patient records and provide guidance on testing, treatment, and interventions for Hepatitis C and Syphilis. Offer health education materials and connect with available resources.
• Participate in public health emergency preparedness and response as needed, including actual events and training opportunities.

About Washington State Department of Health

Our programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live and work, provide information to help people make good health decisions and ensure our state is prepared for emergencies. To accomplish all of these, we collaborate with many partners every day. We help ensure a safer and healthier Washington by: Working to improve health through disease and injury prevention, immunization, and newborn screening Providing health and safety information, education and training so people can make healthy choices Promoting a health and wellness system where we live, learn, work, play and worship Addressing environmental health hazards associated with drinking water, food, air quality and pesticide exposure Protecting you and your family by licensing healthcare professionals, investigating disease outbreaks and preparing for emergencies

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