Oncology Data Specialist - Oncology Data Services (Remote)

Glens Falls Hospital•City of Glens Falls, NY

1d•$23 - $35•Remote

About The Position

As an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS®), you will analyze all forms of medical records extracting clinical, pathological, therapeutic and epidemiologic data. Abstract and code all malignant and reportable benign conditions diagnosed and/or treated throughout the Glens Falls Hospital system for all pathologically or clinically diagnosed cases including imaging or cytology. Oncology data is a specialized field that supports cancer care without being on the front lines of patient care.

Requirements

Minimum Associates degree required; Bachelor’s preferred.
Continued education maintained for ODS credential per NYS DOH and CoC regulations.
Minimum 3 years of experience in related healthcare field or practicum in an NCRA accredited program.
Certified Oncology Data Specialist required. A strong candidate who meets eligibility requirements for ODS credentialing within 2 years of employment while working under the supervision of an ODS may be considered.
Position requires knowledge of malignant disease process, applicable work-up, treatment and outcomes for each disease.
Possess ability to maintain current knowledge of treatment trends, diagnostics, understand and appreciate the role of the registry within the cancer program; proficiency in medical terminology, anatomy & physiology.
Good communication skills and experience interacting with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of computer operations, MS Office Suite and current registry vendor software (ERS/CRStar).

Responsibilities

Assign correct codes using all manuals, coding and staging schemas in current use. Thorough documentation to support coding choices. Must be able to recognize basic cell types for classification purposes. Analyze electronic & paper medical records, extract clinical, pathological, therapeutic and epidemiologic data according to established oncology data collection practices & standards. Accurately enters all information into the registry software in adherence with regulatory timeliness guidelines.
Continuous follow-up through the initiation of first course of treatment for thorough documentation of complete therapies planned and administered. Documentation to include reason no treatment when applicable.
Determine if a case qualifies for accessioning using all manuals, coding and staging schemas in current use, prepare and abstract data on all patients receiving diagnosis and/or treatment care.
Maintains the cancer registry in accordance with accepted ACoS CoC standards, NYSCR regulations, and GFH guidelines. Provides support for oncology case conference in the absence of the Oncology Data Management Coordinator.
Obtain continuing education units as required to maintain ODS credential, participate in professional organizations, meetings and educational programs to advance knowledge and expertise in registry data management.