Clinical Data Abstractor – ODS

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

📋 Description

• Conduct daily reviews of medical records for oncology patients to assess eligibility for case reporting.

• Keep an automated suspense list of cases that require coding and abstraction.

• Utilize knowledge in abstracting and coding effectively.

• Collaborate with medical personnel to ensure precise assignment of codes related to diagnosis, severity of illness, procedures, treatments, and outcome measures.

• Collect information on recurrence, subsequent treatments, and outcomes from both internal and external sources at least once a year for each oncology patient in the registry.

• Update the database with oncology patient records.

• Engage in professional organizations and pursue continuing education opportunities.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• ODS certification is mandatory.

• A high school diploma is essential.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in clinical data abstraction and coding; or 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare role.

• Proficient understanding of ICD-O coding, anatomy, physiology, SEER, AJCC, Collaborative Staging, and medical terminology.

• Familiarity with Windows, Word, Excel, Access, and Cancer Registry Software.

• Previous experience with the EPIC electronic medical record system is preferred.

• Prior involvement with an Oncology tumor registry system is advantageous.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.

• Capability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Proactive and effective communication skills with colleagues and leadership.

• Ability to foster relationships that encourage a collaborative work environment.

• Commitment to personal performance and professional development.

• Willingness to initiate improvement initiatives that enhance peer, patient, and physician experiences.

• Enthusiastic participation and a desire to contribute to a successful team.

🏝️ Benefits

• Involvement in professional organizations and opportunities for continuing education.

• Full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

• Option for remote work available.