Cancer Reg Specialist, Full-Time, Remote - ODS Required

University of Maryland Medical System • Glen Burnie, MD

6d • Remote

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Cancer Reg Specialist identifies, abstracts, and maintains records for eligible malignancy cases in compliance with American College of Surgeons (ACoS) and UM UCH Oncology Registry guidelines and protocols. The role ensures data accuracy and timely submission of information to the National Cancer Data Base and Maryland Cancer Registry in accordance with regulatory requirements. It also manages and updates follow-up activities and participates in relevant meetings and conferences.

The position includes case finding, abstracting, and follow-up activities. It is remote, although the working-conditions description states that the role works inside a clean, well-lit office environment. The employee may need to work beyond normal tour of duty when needed. The role may involve regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices.

Requirements

• ODS-C certification is described as mandatory; the qualifications also state that Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification or eligibility is required.
• At least one year of prior experience as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C).
• Associate’s degree required.
• Completion of Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology courses required.
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medical records, and medical office procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work autonomously, proactively achieve objectives, and maintain confidentiality.
• Sound decision-making, meticulous attention to detail and follow-through, effective problem-solving, and ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with medical records, specifically Epic, and ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding systems.
• Proficiency with Oncology registry software, specifically ONCOLog, Microsoft Word, Excel, and data management tools.
• Manual dexterity to operate equipment and computers, visual acuity to view display monitors and read patient charts, and acute hearing to assimilate oral communication from patients, physicians, other health care providers, and family members.
• Ability to observe Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with Oncology Registry multi-facility databases preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, abstract, and maintain records for eligible malignancy cases in accordance with ACoS and UM UCH Oncology Registry guidelines and protocols.
• Ensure registry data accuracy and submit information promptly to the National Cancer Data Base and Maryland Cancer Registry in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage and update follow-up activities.
• Participate in relevant meetings and conferences.
• Perform case finding, abstracting, and follow-up activities.
• Collaborate with clinical personnel to analyze registry data.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree