Oncology Data Specialist – Certified ODS-C

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

📋 Description

• Provide support to the Tampa General Cancer Institute and its affiliated organizations by accurately and thoroughly abstracting cancer data.

• Conduct case finding and abstract cancer cases that meet eligibility criteria.

• Keep comprehensive lifetime follow-up information for patients.

• Assist in tumor conferences and activities of the Cancer Committee.

• Aid in the accreditation process and ensure readiness for surveys by the Commission on Cancer.

• Submit reports to the Rapid Cancer Reporting System and the Florida Cancer Data System.

• Abstract data regarding patient history, diagnosis, staging, treatment, and other essential cancer-related information.

• Review abstract edits, correct errors, and maintain a quarterly accuracy benchmark of at least 90%.

• Achieve productivity standards set by the Cancer Registry.

• Examine pathology, cytology, discharge, oncology, and other relevant records to identify reportable cancer cases.

• Categorize cases as analytic or nonanalytic and document those that are nonreportable.

• Execute patient follow-up activities in accordance with Cancer Registry policies and the standards of the Commission on Cancer.

• Facilitate authorized requests for cancer data and prepare related reports.

• Record metrics from the Rapid Cancer Reporting System and National Cancer Database in cancer registry abstracts.

• Implement current standards from the Commission on Cancer, Florida Cancer Data System, and other related registries.

• Keep updated cancer registry manuals and reference materials.

• Acquire and renew the necessary Florida Cancer Data System Abstractor Code on an annual basis.

• Contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of cancer data accuracy, compliance, and patient outcomes.

⛳️ Requirements

• An Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree is required.

• A minimum of one year of experience in cancer registry abstracting within a Commission on Cancer–accredited (CoC) facility.

• Florida Cancer Data System (FCDS) Abstractor Code is required or must be obtained within one month of hiring.

• Oncology Data Specialist Certified (ODS-C) is required or must be obtained within one year of hiring.

• Familiarity with cancer registry abstracting, case finding, patient follow-up, and data-entry processes.

• Understanding of relevant state, federal, and accrediting requirements, including NCRA, FCDS, CoC, and NAACCR standards.

• Ability to interpret diagnoses and analyze clinical information found in medical records.

• Proficiency in electronic medical record systems, such as Epic, along with related data-entry applications.

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities for professional interaction with physicians, staff, and external agencies.

• Capability to work independently, juggle multiple priorities, and uphold precision and attention to detail.

🏝️ Benefits

• Continuing education is required to maintain the Oncology Data Specialist–Certified credential.

• Full-time employment.