Cancer Registrar II Abstractor-Atrium Health Morehead Cancer Data Services
About The Position
The Cancer Registrar II Abstractor reviews, abstracts, and collects follow-up data from CPN practices. The role codes cancer data using ICD-O-3, the AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, the SEER Summary Staging Manual, and FORDS; completes follow-up for living patients; and performs case-finding duties. The position coordinates Oncology Quality Assurance activities and helps ensure compliance with ACOS guidelines and data-quality standards. The role helps maintain the ten standard books from ACOS used for survey and program approval, understands how to run statistical reports and graphs for physicians, and provides backup for Cancer Conferences while remaining knowledgeable about AHEC procedures. The position is remote and involves working in a fast-paced office environment with interruptions, while maintaining concentration.
Requirements
- Associate degree in a healthcare field or graduation from a cancer registry-specific degree program.
- CTR certification must be obtained within three years of hire.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Excellent verbal and communication skills.
- Basic report-running skills.
Nice To Haves
- CTR or RHIT preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review, abstract, and collect follow-up data from CPN practices.
- Code data using ICD-O-3, the AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, the SEER Summary Staging Manual, and FORDS.
- Complete follow-up for all living patients and perform case-finding duties.
- Coordinate Oncology Quality Assurance activities and ensure activities meet ACOS guidelines.
- Ensure quality control and data standards are met.
- Help maintain the ten standard books from ACOS used for survey and program approval.
- Understand the mechanics of running statistical reports and graphs for physicians.
- Provide backup for Cancer Conferences and maintain knowledge of AHEC procedures.
Benefits
- Paid time off programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
- Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible positions, incentive pay for select positions, and the opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
- Career development and well-being programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
