Oncology Data Abstractor - Cancer Care
About The Position
The Oncology Data Abstractor supports the quality and integrity of ECU Health’s cancer registry program. The position reviews medical records, abstracts and codes cancer-related data, and maintains accurate patient records in compliance with state reporting requirements and national registry standards. In accordance with American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC) standards, the abstractor researches and analyzes records to determine staging and treatment information, conducts lifelong follow-up activities, and ensures cancer registry data is complete and accurate for patient care, quality improvement, and regulatory reporting. The position is remote, Monday through Friday, with flexible working hours. The stated schedule is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 40 hours per week. Pay is $24.69–$35.99 per hour.
Requirements
- Associate degree or higher in a health-related field, or completion of an NCRA cancer registry program.
- 1–3 years of experience in casefinding, abstracting, completing treatment updates, and follow-up.
- Experience using electronic medical records.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR).
Responsibilities
- Review medical records.
- Abstract and code cancer-related data.
- Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with state reporting requirements and national registry standards.
- Research and analyze records to determine cancer staging and treatment information in accordance with CoC standards.
- Perform lifelong follow-up activities.
- Ensure cancer registry data is complete and accurate for patient care, quality improvement, and regulatory reporting.
Benefits
- Great benefits (specific benefits are not listed).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
