Job Summary Responsible for abstracting clinical data elements for Tower Health System from the electronic health record as required by various agencies. The Quality Data Specialist 1 is responsible for the accurate interpretation of the definitions in order to perform reliable, valid abstraction of the required elements. Routinely performs audits and maintains 95% accuracy in all assigned registries. Works in conjunction with clinical staff at all facilities to improve the outcomes. #READ Qualifications Education Requirements 2 year/Associate Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Associate Degree Experience Relevant Experience Required Skills Computer Skills to include use and navigation Detail Oriented Epic Proficiency Excellent Communications Skills Excellent Interpersonal Skills General Clerical Skills Keyboarding Medical Terminology Microsoft Office Applications Overview Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area. WHY READING HOSPITAL? Generous time off, educational assistance, and comprehensive benefits Free parking, accessible by bus, and varying shift options that optimize work/life balance Friendly, close-knit environment that celebrates diversity and supports career growth through internal transfer programs Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: Reading Hospital Virtual Tour