Stamford Health
Tumor Registrar-PD “Oncology Data Specialist”
Stamford Health, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
Job Title
Tumor Registrar-PD “Oncology Data Specialist”
– Stamford Health
Responsibilities
Review and utilize multiple case finding methods. Apply case finding methodologies to ensure that every cancer case is captured and reported.
Review and analyze cases marked for abstraction. Determine class of case, and code and abstract accordingly. Using various staging methodologies apply staging criteria as appropriate.
Abstract and code data from source documents in the EMR into specialized medical software with supporting narrative information for patient demographics, diagnostic procedures, history and extent of disease, treatments, outcomes, follow‑up data, physicians and related information from various medical records.
Assign appropriate codes for treatments, procedures and diagnoses according to coding requirements, classification systems and standard setters. Review data for completeness, consistency and accuracy, pursuing additional information from data sources as necessary; update or correct data as needed.
Perform data searches and produce reports from the cancer registry software database.
Assist with patient follow‑up to ensure that the Cancer Registry is following Commission on Cancer Standards, NAPBC, as well as State of Connecticut Tumor Registry requirements.
Provide the Cancer Program Manager with a weekly progress report of activities performed.
Maintain Oncology Data Specialist certification (previously Certified Tumor Registrar) credentials by participating in professional educational opportunities in accordance with the National Cancer Registrars Association continuing education requirements.
Assist with maintaining Rapid Quality Reporting System (RQRS) and Central Clinical Participant Registry (C3PR) data.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested to maintain a high level of service.
Complete required continuous training and education, including department‑specific requirements.
Demonstrate professional work behavior by following Service Standards and Success factors. Comply with departmental organizational policies and procedures and adhere to external agency requirements.
Qualifications / Requirements
CTR certification required, with a minimum of at least one year experience as a Tumor Registrar is highly preferred.
Alternatively, we will consider a candidate with:
At least 1 year of experience working with a cancer registry in an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) role and meets NCRA requirements for and achieves ODS‑Certification within 2 years of employment; or
At least 2 years Oncology nursing experience and experience with clinical data abstraction and meets NCRA requirements for and achieves ODS‑Certification within 2 years of employment.
Proficient in STORE Data Standards (FORDS), ICD‑O Coding, AJCC TNM, Collaborative Staging and Surveillance, Epidemiology, End Results (SEER) staging, multiple primary and histology coding.
Must reside in CT, NY or NJ.
Excellent organizational skills with good follow‑through, investigative/analytic skills with detail orientation. Ability to achieve productivity goals under pressure.
Ability to work independently; must be accountable, detailed‑oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
Strong computer skills with experience in EMR and cancer registry software required. (i.e., ARIA, Oncology, Meditech, EPIC, E-Clinical Works, Centricity) with a strong interest and ability to work with large amounts of computerized information.
Excellent interpersonal skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Location and Compensation White Plains, NY – $53,840.67–$80,782.07
Greenwich, CT – $37,440.00–$41,600.00
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– Stamford Health
Responsibilities
Review and utilize multiple case finding methods. Apply case finding methodologies to ensure that every cancer case is captured and reported.
Review and analyze cases marked for abstraction. Determine class of case, and code and abstract accordingly. Using various staging methodologies apply staging criteria as appropriate.
Abstract and code data from source documents in the EMR into specialized medical software with supporting narrative information for patient demographics, diagnostic procedures, history and extent of disease, treatments, outcomes, follow‑up data, physicians and related information from various medical records.
Assign appropriate codes for treatments, procedures and diagnoses according to coding requirements, classification systems and standard setters. Review data for completeness, consistency and accuracy, pursuing additional information from data sources as necessary; update or correct data as needed.
Perform data searches and produce reports from the cancer registry software database.
Assist with patient follow‑up to ensure that the Cancer Registry is following Commission on Cancer Standards, NAPBC, as well as State of Connecticut Tumor Registry requirements.
Provide the Cancer Program Manager with a weekly progress report of activities performed.
Maintain Oncology Data Specialist certification (previously Certified Tumor Registrar) credentials by participating in professional educational opportunities in accordance with the National Cancer Registrars Association continuing education requirements.
Assist with maintaining Rapid Quality Reporting System (RQRS) and Central Clinical Participant Registry (C3PR) data.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested to maintain a high level of service.
Complete required continuous training and education, including department‑specific requirements.
Demonstrate professional work behavior by following Service Standards and Success factors. Comply with departmental organizational policies and procedures and adhere to external agency requirements.
Qualifications / Requirements
CTR certification required, with a minimum of at least one year experience as a Tumor Registrar is highly preferred.
Alternatively, we will consider a candidate with:
At least 1 year of experience working with a cancer registry in an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) role and meets NCRA requirements for and achieves ODS‑Certification within 2 years of employment; or
At least 2 years Oncology nursing experience and experience with clinical data abstraction and meets NCRA requirements for and achieves ODS‑Certification within 2 years of employment.
Proficient in STORE Data Standards (FORDS), ICD‑O Coding, AJCC TNM, Collaborative Staging and Surveillance, Epidemiology, End Results (SEER) staging, multiple primary and histology coding.
Must reside in CT, NY or NJ.
Excellent organizational skills with good follow‑through, investigative/analytic skills with detail orientation. Ability to achieve productivity goals under pressure.
Ability to work independently; must be accountable, detailed‑oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
Strong computer skills with experience in EMR and cancer registry software required. (i.e., ARIA, Oncology, Meditech, EPIC, E-Clinical Works, Centricity) with a strong interest and ability to work with large amounts of computerized information.
Excellent interpersonal skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
Location and Compensation White Plains, NY – $53,840.67–$80,782.07
Greenwich, CT – $37,440.00–$41,600.00
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