Senior Tumor Registrar

Baystate Health • Springfield, MA

6d • Remote

About The Position

Baystate Health is seeking an experienced Senior Tumor Registrar to join the Baystate Regional Cancer Program. This role supports the accuracy and integrity of cancer registry data used for patient outcomes, clinical research, quality improvement, and regulatory reporting. The registrar reviews and analyzes medical records, prepares and maintains cancer abstracts, coordinates special studies, and ensures compliance with Massachusetts state requirements and American College of Surgeons standards. The position also serves as a resource to investigators, physicians, and colleagues and helps support the daily operations and development of the cancer registry team.

This is a fully remote opportunity for candidates in the approved states of CT, FL, MD, NH, NC, OH, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, and VA. The schedule is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a flexible work schedule. The listed hourly compensation range is $29.30–$39.83, with a midpoint of $33.68. Starting pay is typically in the lower part of the range and is determined based on relevant experience.

Requirements

• Associate degree required.
• Current Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) certification through the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA), maintained throughout employment.
• At least 1 year of successful supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of data collection and research principles.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Familiarity with federal and state research regulations.
• Strong computer skills, including medical databases, web-based applications, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate, implement, and reinforce policies and procedures with team members.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and collaborate effectively with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• COC Accreditation experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and abstract cancer-related information accurately and completely.
• Maintain reporting to the Massachusetts State Cancer Registry in accordance with procedures, state regulations, and American College of Surgeons standards.
• Conduct audits, special studies, and data analysis to support clinical research, patient outcomes, and Cancer Committee initiatives.
• Gather and update survival information for patients diagnosed and treated with cancer at Baystate Medical Center.
• Support data collection, research study coordination, outcome measurements, and performance improvement indicators.
• Maintain the electronic Survey Application Record (SAR) required for American College of Surgeons certification.
• Assist with training and supervising tumor registry staff, assigning work, and monitoring performance.
• Work with investigators, research coordinators, physicians, and other staff to support cancer registry activities and access to program services.
• Coordinate detailed projects while maintaining accuracy, meeting deadlines, and following established policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree