Public Health Institute
Quality Control Specialist II
Public Health Institute, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Quality Control Specialist II – Public Health Institute
Join the Public Health Institute (PHI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting health and quality of life across California and worldwide. PHI is one of the largest public health organizations in the nation and was named a top 50 “Best Non-Profit to Work For” by the Non-Profit Times.
Position Summary Under the direction of the Data Quality Control Director, the Quality Control Specialist II will support the Data Quality Control Unit by abstracting and coding data, resolving questions from staff and registrars, and conducting audits and reviews. The role involves high-volume data entry, collaboration with the California Cancer Registry, and preparation for state and federal data submissions.
Key Responsibilities
Review and resolve CRGC Potential Duplicate cases monthly.
Serve as the CRGC administrator for the CCR Inquiry System and address abstracting/coding questions.
Coordinate and monitor response to questions from staff and hospital registrars.
Conduct data reviews for SEER Data Quality Profile indicators and for CCR or CRGC initiatives.
Perform audits, including case‑finding and reabstracting, and participate in CCR recoding audits.
Maintain best‑practice documents for registrar staff and collaborate with the Education & Training point of contact.
Work with the Data Analyst to resolve SEER edits and ensure timely completion.
Attend monthly CRGC Data Quality Meetings and bi‑monthly SEER Quality Improvement meetings.
Attend monthly production calls with central registry and California SEER registries.
Collaborate with Data Collection and Research Unit staff as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
5 years of experience in cancer registry functions, including abstracting, coding, and quality control.
Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare‑related field or equivalent experience.
Credentialed as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) by the National Cancer Registrars Association.
Additional Qualifications
Excellent knowledge of cancer identification, coding, and abstracting procedures (SEER, NPCR, California Cancer Registry).
Strong analytical skills and ability to explain logic and rules.
Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software).
Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
Must pass required background checks.
Compensation Full‑time, Sacramento, CA. Full salary range: $84,177 to $124,412 per year. The starting salary is determined by candidate experience, internal equity, and budget availability. Some remote work may be allowed, and core business hours for the Pacific time zone are expected. Some travel may be required.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS This position is classified as exempt based on the job duties. However, the employee may be classified as nonexempt based on FTE, salary level, or federal/state/local laws.
EEO Statement The Public Health Institute is committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. PHI will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), disability, veteran status, gender identification or expression, or sexual orientation. PHI will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are offered employment and employees are treated during employment without regard to these characteristics.
ADA Statement The Public Health Institute is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Recruitment Team at least 48 hours in advance at Recruitment@phi.org.
Application Process To apply for any position, create an account on the PHI job application site, search for open positions, and apply. Mail and email applications are not accepted. For questions or additional information, contact Recruitment@phi.org.
Benefits and Compensation Additional information about PHI’s benefits and compensation offerings can be found
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Position Summary Under the direction of the Data Quality Control Director, the Quality Control Specialist II will support the Data Quality Control Unit by abstracting and coding data, resolving questions from staff and registrars, and conducting audits and reviews. The role involves high-volume data entry, collaboration with the California Cancer Registry, and preparation for state and federal data submissions.
Key Responsibilities
Review and resolve CRGC Potential Duplicate cases monthly.
Serve as the CRGC administrator for the CCR Inquiry System and address abstracting/coding questions.
Coordinate and monitor response to questions from staff and hospital registrars.
Conduct data reviews for SEER Data Quality Profile indicators and for CCR or CRGC initiatives.
Perform audits, including case‑finding and reabstracting, and participate in CCR recoding audits.
Maintain best‑practice documents for registrar staff and collaborate with the Education & Training point of contact.
Work with the Data Analyst to resolve SEER edits and ensure timely completion.
Attend monthly CRGC Data Quality Meetings and bi‑monthly SEER Quality Improvement meetings.
Attend monthly production calls with central registry and California SEER registries.
Collaborate with Data Collection and Research Unit staff as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
5 years of experience in cancer registry functions, including abstracting, coding, and quality control.
Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare‑related field or equivalent experience.
Credentialed as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) by the National Cancer Registrars Association.
Additional Qualifications
Excellent knowledge of cancer identification, coding, and abstracting procedures (SEER, NPCR, California Cancer Registry).
Strong analytical skills and ability to explain logic and rules.
Proficiency in computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software).
Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
Must pass required background checks.
Compensation Full‑time, Sacramento, CA. Full salary range: $84,177 to $124,412 per year. The starting salary is determined by candidate experience, internal equity, and budget availability. Some remote work may be allowed, and core business hours for the Pacific time zone are expected. Some travel may be required.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS This position is classified as exempt based on the job duties. However, the employee may be classified as nonexempt based on FTE, salary level, or federal/state/local laws.
EEO Statement The Public Health Institute is committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. PHI will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), disability, veteran status, gender identification or expression, or sexual orientation. PHI will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are offered employment and employees are treated during employment without regard to these characteristics.
ADA Statement The Public Health Institute is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Recruitment Team at least 48 hours in advance at Recruitment@phi.org.
Application Process To apply for any position, create an account on the PHI job application site, search for open positions, and apply. Mail and email applications are not accepted. For questions or additional information, contact Recruitment@phi.org.
Benefits and Compensation Additional information about PHI’s benefits and compensation offerings can be found
here .
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