Health Information Technologists & Medical Registrars

Role Overview & What They 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.

Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)

Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks

• 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.

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Salary Distribution

Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.