Oncology Data Specialist

Omega Healthcare Solutions • FL, FL

18d • Remote

About The Position

The Oncology Data Specialist performs cancer registry abstraction and related registry functions. The role abstracts cancer cases into the registry database, resolves edits before case submission, applies applicable CoC and state registry standards to identify reportable cases, and follows up with physicians when treatment information is incomplete. Cases should be abstracted within six months of first contact. Additional duties include maintaining abstraction and non-reportable case logs, case finding, follow-up, suspense system maintenance when required, updating records for patients readmitted after abstraction, and submitting cases to the State Central Registry when requested. The role must comply with company policies, including HIPAA and compliance requirements, and maintain knowledge of cancer coding, staging, and registry standards and references.

This is a full-time remote home-office role, generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional long hours and weekend work may be required, and travel may be required depending on client needs. The described regional academic program client requires an experienced specialist with ODS credentials, recent abstracting experience in a university teaching setting, a 90% abstract quality score, and experience with Metriq and Epic.

Requirements

• At least three years of oncology data abstracting experience and abstracting experience within the past year.
• Oncology Data Specialist-Certified (ODS-C) credential required.
• For the described academic regional program in SEER states: five years of experience with ODS credentials and at least three years of recent abstracting experience in a university (teaching) setting.
• For the described client, a 90% abstract quality score is required.
• For the described client, Metriq and Epic experience are required.
• Knowledge of cancer and its management, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, biostatistics and epidemiology, cancer data abstracting, database record management, cancer program management, and cancer registry procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced, changing environment; self-motivate, set goals, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, communication, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to maintain courteous and professional working relationships with employees at all levels.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and using a variety of software applications.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, abstracting compliance, and HIPAA-HITECH standards affecting medical records and their impact on reimbursement and accreditation.
• Occasional ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear; occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds; required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential.
• Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) credential.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily abstraction of cancer cases into the cancer registry database.
• Run and resolve edits before submitting cases to the State Central Registry and NCDB.
• Apply CoC and State Cancer Registry data standards and coding instructions to determine reportable cases.
• Abstract cases completely when possible and request unavailable treatment information from the managing physician.
• Abstract cases within six months from the first date of first contact.
• Maintain a log documenting abstraction of all records and non-reportable cases.
• Submit cases to the State Central Registry when requested.
• Perform case finding, follow-up, and other registry duties.
• Maintain the suspense system when required.
• Enter follow-up or updated information for patients readmitted after completion of an abstract.
• Perform duties in compliance with company policies and procedures, including HIPAA and compliance policies.
• Maintain knowledge of ICD-O, AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Database and Manual, SEER Coding and Staging Manual, Collaborative Staging, SEER Multiple Primaries and Histology’s, SEER Rx Database, and Facility Oncology Data Standards.
• Meet client and Omega quality and productivity standards for detailed data abstraction.

Benefits

• Health coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Voluntary insurance options
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Possible bonus programs, commissions, or other variable incentive plans for eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed