Cancer Registry Consultant

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position supports the Oklahoma Central Cancer Registry (OCCR) by collecting and maintaining complete, timely and high-quality cancer data from various Oklahoma health facilities. Data are collected in accordance with Oklahoma Law and according to the standards set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-National Program for Cancer Registries and the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries.

Requirements

• High school diploma and two (2) years of experience in cancer abstraction within healthcare/ cancer registry setting; OR an associate degree from a Health Information Management (HIM) program, certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA); OR a bachelor’s degree in biology or health related field.
• Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver’s license.
• This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of the computer and phone.
• Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position.
• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C).
• knowledge of central cancer registry is preferred
• experience working with Web Plus and Rocky Mountain Cancer Data Systems software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff at reporting facilities such as cancer data reporters, healthcare professionals, administration, etc. to collect and maintain tumor-specific and demographic information related to cancer cases among Oklahoma residents.
• Assist OCCR functions to consolidate reported cancer cases, review duplicate cases, cleaning data through edits and completing follow up for cases reported through death certificates.
• Track assigned reporting facilities on completeness, timeliness, and quality of data submissions and ensuring quality of data received.
• Communicate with assigned reporting facilities to ensure compliance with state reporting statutes are met and maintained.
• Support cancer data reporters on case finding, abstracting, reporting requirements, as well as informing them on any changes to reporting standards.
• Assist with the preparation of grant required reports such as Mid-Year Progress Report and End of Year Report.
• Provide support to a federally and state legislatively mandated surveillance system.
• Attend at least 75% of webinars offered by NPCR and NAACCR annually and participate in cancer abstraction, reporting, and registry data management trainings as needed.
• Attend training as identified by employee development plan, funding source, and national standard setters for central cancer registries.
• Complete necessary CE hours and requirements to maintain ODS-C certification (if applicable).
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED