Certified Cancer Registry Abstractor - Oncology - Days
About The Position
Under minimal supervision, accumulates and extracts clinical cancer related information according to reporting guidelines and enters data into cancer registry computer software for all patients with malignant cancer and benign brain tumors. In doing so, ensures work is accurate and completed in accordance with established American College of Surgeons standards and requirements of the Illinois State Cancer Registry. Maintains logs and records of tumor registry information and report requests and provides information per request. Delivers and ensures customer service in all aspects of the job.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, required.
- Current Oncology Data Specialist, ODS-Certified, (previously known as Certified Tumor Registrar, CTR) or eligible to take and successfully pass the ODS examination within one year of start date, required.
Nice To Haves
- Associates/Bachelors in Healthcare related field, preferred.
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification, preferred.
- Minimum of six months previous experience as a tumor registrar, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Accumulates and extracts clinical cancer related information according to reporting guidelines
- Enters data into cancer registry computer software for all patients with malignant cancer and benign brain tumors
- Ensures work is accurate and completed in accordance with established American College of Surgeons standards and requirements of the Illinois State Cancer Registry
- Maintains logs and records of tumor registry information and report requests and provides information per request
- Delivers and ensures customer service in all aspects of the job
Benefits
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program
- Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
