Senior Tumor Registrar

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut, +11 more states.

📋 Description

• Accurately and completely review medical records to abstract cancer-related information.

• Ensure compliance with procedures, state regulations, and American College of Surgeons standards while maintaining reporting to the Massachusetts State Cancer Registry.

• Perform audits, special studies, and data analysis to support clinical research, patient outcomes, and initiatives of the Cancer Committee.

• Collect and update survival data for patients diagnosed and treated for cancer at Baystate Medical Center.

• Assist in data collection, coordination of research studies, outcome measurements, and performance improvement metrics.

• Manage the electronic Survey Application Record (SAR) necessary for American College of Surgeons certification.

• Aid in the training and supervision of tumor registry personnel, assigning tasks and monitoring their performance.

• Act as a resource for investigators, research coordinators, physicians, and other staff members.

• Oversee detailed projects while ensuring accuracy, meeting deadlines, and adhering to established policies and procedures.

⛳️ Requirements

• An Associate's degree is required.

• Must possess a current Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) certification from the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA), which must be maintained throughout employment.

• A minimum of 1 year of successful supervisory experience is necessary.

• Experience with COC Accreditation is strongly preferred.

• Proven accuracy and exceptional attention to detail are essential.

• A solid understanding of data collection and research principles is required.

• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology is necessary.

• Familiarity with federal and state research regulations is important.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in medical databases, web-based applications, Microsoft Word, and Excel are required.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills are essential.

• Ability to communicate, implement, and reinforce policies and procedures with team members is necessary.

• Must be capable of working independently with limited supervision while effectively collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for fully remote work.

• Flexible work schedule available.