Oncology Data Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +21 more states.

📋 Description

• Extract a diverse array of medical data from the EMR and code it according to the data standards set forth by the American College of Surgeons and the NC Central Cancer Registry.

• Gather information on medical history, physical examinations, screening details, occupation, and past cancer history.

• Document types of diagnostic findings, including dates, results, primary site, cell type, and disease extent.

• Log cancer treatment details such as surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy.

• Capture patient identification information including age, gender, race/ethnicity, birthplace, and residence.

• Conduct annual follow-ups on patient status, recurrence, and treatment outcomes.

• Engage in continuing education programs.

• Implement ICD-10, FORDS, AJCC, and SEER coding guidelines for inpatient and outpatient diagnoses and procedures.

• Align coding with supporting clinical documentation within the EMR.

• Contribute to the development of coding policies and procedures.

• Independently investigate and resolve complex coding issues.

• Support special projects as needed.

• Ensure compliance with state and national data management regulations, departmental standards, and DCI Cancer Committee guidelines.

• Carry out other related duties incidental to the described work.

⛳️ Requirements

• Certification as an Oncology Data Specialist is required.

• Preferred: Associate degree in Cancer Registry Management or Health Information Management.

• Preferred: At least 2 years of experience as an Oncology Data Specialist or Cancer/Tumor Registrar in a hospital or central cancer registry.

• Proficient in Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards (FORDS), ICD-10 Coding, AJCC TNM, Collaborative Staging, and Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) staging, including multiple primary and histology coding.

• Comprehensive understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, and surgical as well as radiation techniques.

• Awareness of new chemotherapy and hormone medications and the ability to apply ICD-10, FORDS, AJCC, and SEER coding guidelines.

• Familiarity with Oncology Registry software, Windows-based applications, and EPIC EMR.

• Exceptional organizational, investigative, analytical, detail-oriented, verbal communication, and written communication skills.

• Capability to meet productivity targets under pressure.

🏝️ Benefits

• A Commitment Bonus of $7,500 (distributed in 2 equal installments over 12 months - at 6-month intervals).