Oncology Data Specialist (Tumor Registrar)

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

396d • $66,123 - $89,378

About The Position

The Oncology Data Specialist (Tumor Registrar) at Oregon Health & Science University is responsible for managing and maintaining the cancer registry, which involves collecting and abstracting detailed information about cancer patients' diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes. This role supports the OHSU Cancer Committee in ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and contributes to quality improvement initiatives within the cancer program.

Requirements

• Two years experience in a hospital-based cancer registry or an Associate's degree in Medical Record Technology from an accredited program (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Current credential of ODS-C (Certified Oncology Specialist) or ODS-eligible.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Knowledge of cancer types including classification by morphology code and cancer staging schemes.
• Ability to maintain ACoS cancer registry requirements.
• Experience with Oncolog Cancer Registry Database System.
• Experience with EPIC Electronic Medical Record.
• Membership in OCRA (Oregon Cancer Registry Association) or NCRA (National Cancer Registrars Association) if ODS-C.

Responsibilities

• Abstract relevant cases into the cancer registry database, including patient demographics, diagnostic, treatment, follow-up, and other pertinent data.
• Complete patient follow-up on all registered cases, collecting vital status, disease status, additional treatment, and sources of continuing follow-up.
• Attend staff meetings, quality assurance meetings, and weekly huddles, and may be asked to attend other meetings.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and assist with special study requests or case-finding activities.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $31.79 to $42.97.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree