Cancer Registry Assistant

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

Maintains follow-up for analytic patients within the cancer registry to meet the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (ACOS) and Florida Cancer Data Systems (FCDS) requirements. Supports Cancer Registry staff with tasks such as assembly and distribution of American Joint Commission on Cancer Staging forms, mailing of Cancer Registry treatment letters, and other tasks as needed.

Requirements

• A minimum of three (3) years of secretarial experience, preferably in a healthcare institution and/or cancer program.
• Previous computer experience with Windows/Microsoft Office operating systems and internet research.

Nice To Haves

• Previous business courses or an Associate’s degree.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Competence in all software used by SMHCS network.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to coordinate a variety of tasks.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and perform detail oriented tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintains follow-up for analytic patients within the cancer registry to meet the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (ACOS) and Florida Cancer Data Systems (FCDS) requirements.
• Supports Cancer Registry staff with tasks such as assembly and distribution of American Joint Commission on Cancer Staging forms.
• Supports Cancer Registry staff with mailing of Cancer Registry treatment letters.
• Performs other tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED