Offer summary

Qualifications:

Associate's degree or 2 years of relevant work experience., 2 years of experience in a related field., Certification as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) is required., General knowledge of healthcare modalities, coding, and statistical research..

Key responsibilities:

Identify and abstract data from patient medical records and pathology reports.

Code data into the database according to established protocols.

Conduct follow-up functions and maintain required follow-up percentages.

Educate staff on data collection methodologies and ensure data accuracy.

Job description

Job Summary

The Cancer Registrar 2 is accountable for case-finding, and abstracting core data items that include pertinent information about the patient, the disease, and its management into an electronic system. Assists in training of registry personnel, adheres to the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) guidelines and requirements for approved programs. Complies with requirements mandated by the Texas State Department of Health Services and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention requirements in terms of timeliness and completeness of reporting. Conducts statistical research related to collection data.

Essential Functions Of The Role

Identifies cases for abstraction based on Pathology Reports, HIM Coding reports, Bill Reports, etc.
Abstracts data from patient medical record to include patient demographics, diagnostic procedures, history and extent of disease, treatment, follow-up, physician, and other related information.
Codes data into database in accordance with protocol requirements.
Enters Data of potential cases for abstraction into suspense file in Registry system.
Utilizes a variety of resources to perform follow up functions and maintains the follow up percentage as required by the American College of Surgeons.
Participates in continuing education programs and in-services to enhance job knowledge and skill set. Educates data collection staff on study requirements and data collection methodology
Works closely with Registrars and Registry Manager to ensure operational needs of the facilities are met.
Reviews data for accuracy; assembles and disseminates registry data.
Coordinates data collection activities; implements data quality control measures
Maintains and protects the confidentiality of patient records.

SALARY

The pay range for this position is $24.92 (entry-level qualifications) - $37.37 (highly experienced) The specific rate will depend upon the successful candidate’s specific qualifications and prior experience.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

General knowledge of general health care modalities, therapies, terminology and equipment.
Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories.
Ability to abstract and code diagnosis and treatment data using standard registry coding references.
Ability to follow research methodology and protocol.
Able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.
Social skills to interact with a wide-range of constituencies.
Able to research, examine and disseminate information.
Knowledge of statistical and graphic concepts used in the presentation of incidence, treatment, and survival information.
Able to apply statistical research to discover insights found in technical data.
Basic computer skills, including but not limited to: typing, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.

Benefits

Our competitive benefits package includes the following