Cancer Registrar

Boston Medical Center•Boston, MA

46d•$28 - $40•Remote

About The Position

The role of a Cancer Registrar is to comply cancer registry operations as directed by Senior Cancer Registrar and in compliance with facility needs, State and Commission on Cancer requirements. The role of a Cancer Registrar is to comply cancer registry operations as directed by Senior Cancer Registrar and in compliance with facility needs, State and Commission on Cancer requirements. Remote work opportunity. Position: Cancer Registrar Department: Tumor Registry Schedule: Part Time

Requirements

Associate's degree (or equivalent combination of formal education and experience).
For candidates with an Associate's degree or coding program certificate, work requires 3 years minimum relevant healthcare experience.
For candidates with high school diploma, work requires at least 5 years relevant healthcare experience.
Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) through the National Cancer Registrars Association's (NCRA) Council.
Knowledge of medical terminology and tumor registry coding principles (e.g. ICD-0, FORDS, SEER, etc.)
Extensive knowledge and advanced education of American college of Surgeons (ACoS) and Commission on Cancer (COC) accreditation standards
Previous registry management experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Proficient with Cancer Registry System (METRIQ or equivalent).
Demonstrate excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work well independently and efficiently with strong attention to detail.
Manage time effectively and prioritize workload.
Understand and adhere to institutional confidentiality guidelines at all times.