Oncology Clinical Data Abstractor (Contract, Remote)

Natera

1d • Remote

About The Position

At Natera, the Oncology Clinical Data Abstractor will use oncology clinical knowledge and expertise to curate, abstract, and interpret Signatera patient data critical for reimbursement. This fully remote contract role works within Natera’s AI-enabled platform and owns the process from initial record review through submission of high-quality, structured data. The role relies on understanding the oncology patient journey and cancer staging to convert complex clinical records into accurate, reimbursement-ready data, while working with the team to maintain consistency and quality.

The abstractor reviews clinical documentation, abstracts and interprets oncology data and disease stage, and ensures curated records are accurate, complete, and submitted on time. The role also manages a daily record queue, reviews and corrects AI-generated abstractions, escalates issues, and validates and submits records in the platform. The abstractor is expected to identify deficiencies, discrepancies, errors, and gaps; interpret complex documentation; resolve ambiguities; and communicate findings clearly while meeting quality and turnaround expectations.

Requirements

• BSN or higher degree.
• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in a state or compact, maintained in good standing throughout the contract term.
• Minimum 3 years of oncology clinical experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to interpret AJCC staging for all tumor types.
• Solid understanding of cancer biology, pathology, and oncologic treatment modalities in neoadjuvant and adjuvant settings.
• Ability to master Natera’s AI-enabled platform and other internal platforms as needed.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records.
• Working knowledge of Google Workspace tools such as Calendar, Chat, and Sheets.
• Detailed understanding of the oncology patient journey.

Nice To Haves

• MSN degree.
• Board certification as an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN).
• 5 or more years of oncology clinical experience.
• Epic experience; occasional use is required.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and abstract key oncology data related to billing and reimbursement.
• Abstract and interpret disease stage using AJCC staging guidelines across all tumor types.
• Ensure curated data is accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
• Identify and communicate patient-data deficiencies and discrepancies.
• Manage a daily queue of records using outputs from Natera’s AI-enabled platform.
• Review AI-generated abstractions, correct errors, and escalate issues as needed.
• Validate, finalize, and submit abstracted records within the platform.
• Adapt to new data measures and workflows as they are introduced.
• Catch errors, inconsistencies, and gaps before records are submitted.
• Interpret complex clinical documentation, resolve ambiguities, and communicate findings clearly.
• Organize and follow through on high-volume daily work while meeting quality and turnaround expectations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Free testing for Natera employees and their immediate families.
• Fertility care benefits.
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.
• 401(k) benefits.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level