Cancer Registrar

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee, analyze, and interpret clinical cancer data for educational, research, and outcome assessment purposes.

• Identify all cancer cases that must be reported and accurately code each case within six months of the initial patient contact.

• Capture comprehensive patient histories, diagnoses, treatments, disease statuses, and outcomes for cancer patients.

• Abstract detailed information utilizing pathology, radiology, treatment, laboratory, and other relevant records.

• Determine final cancer staging using various EMR information sources.

• Abstract primary cancer sites in accordance with the Commission on Cancer's multiple primary rules.

• Input patient data into the cancer management database while adhering to government regulations.

• Identify both qualified and non-reportable cases based on applicable reporting lists and regulations.

• Research diagnostic and treatment data from non-hospital sources and update abstracts accordingly.

• Assess Tumor Board Conference notes and incorporate the information into abstracts.

• Review coding lists to pinpoint potential cancer cases for abstraction.

• Track cancer cases from diagnosis through the end of life and perform annual patient follow-ups.

• Validate deaths via obituaries or death certificates and inform HIM.

• Ensure zero errors prior to submitting data to accrediting organizations.

• Support physician abstract quality control in line with Commission on Cancer standards.

• Coordinate and implement approved quality improvement initiatives.

• Conduct quality control through visual reviews, edit checks, audits, data queries, re-abstractions, and reliability studies.

• Generate reports for both internal and external requests for statistical and quality assessments.

• Prepare data for the National Cancer Data Base and Arkansas Central Cancer Registry.

• Abstract data for specialized cancer studies in partnership with clinical researchers.

• Report productivity on a daily basis and uphold monthly performance standards.

• Mentor new Oncology Data Specialists and engage in ongoing educational opportunities.

• Maintain ODS accreditation by securing 21 continuing education credits annually.

• Assist in the development and revision of cancer registry policies and procedures.

• Stay updated on professional knowledge regarding cancer treatment advancements, registry operations, and accreditation requirements.

• Execute other duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Associate's degree coupled with 2 years of experience in cancer registry.

• Current Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification from the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA), or within 30 days of completing required coursework from an accredited training program in Cancer Registry.

• Must successfully pass the ODS exam within 12 months of employment.

• Familiarity with cancer registry principles and practices, including medical record policies, indexing, classification, staging systems, and medical terminology, human anatomy, and physiology related to cancer processes.

• Proficient in database management, with experience in abstracting and coding cancer-related data from computerized medical records and laboratory reports.

• Capability to prepare clear and accurate reports; interpret and adhere to written policies, instructions, and regulatory standards; analyze information; and manage multiple tasks concurrently.

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities along with effective interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

• Candidates must provide proof of legal authority to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

• Criminal Background Check required.

• Pre-employment screening may include criminal background checks, drug testing, and/or education verification.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans available for eligible staff and their families.

• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave.

• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate programs only).

• Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS.

• Basic Life Insurance coverage up to $50,000.

• Career Training and Educational Opportunities.

• Merchant Discounts.

• Concierge prescription delivery available on the main campus when utilizing UAMS pharmacy.