Cancer Registrar, Certified

Good Samaritan Society; South Dakota; Remote; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cancer Registrar to join their remote team. This role involves independently abstracting cancer cases into the registry while ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess the Oncology Data Specialist certification and have a strong background in cancer registry workflows. You will be part of a cohesive team that values collaboration and continuous learning, making a significant impact on patient care through meticulous data management. If you have a passion for oncology and data integrity, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous Time Off Package

Work/Life Balance Benefits

Qualifications

• Must hold Oncology Data Specialist certification and have a minimum of one year of Cancer Registry experience.
• Extensive knowledge of ICD-10, anatomy, physiology, and current standards of care is required.

Responsibilities

• Independently abstracts cancer cases into the registry, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Analyzes clinical data for case inclusion and performs patient follow-up analysis.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Attention to Detail

Education

Oncology Data Specialist Certification

Post-secondary Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Cancer Registry Database

Job description

Sanford Health

Cancer Registrar, Certified

Location: Remote, SD
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $21.50 - $34.50

The Sanford Cancer Registry is a well-established, cohesive team responsible for capturing cancer cases for 6 Sanford facilities. Sanford Health offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for advancement within the registry. We foster a culture of collaboration and promote a learning environment.

Job Summary

The Cancer Registrar, Certified holds the Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification and independently abstracts all cancer sites into the Cancer Registry while meeting quality standards. This role efficiently and effectively performs all cancer registry workflows including case finding, abstracting, patient follow-up, and safety net workflows. Independently analyzes and interprets clinical and demographic data and determines appropriateness of case inclusion in the cancer database. Identifies, codes, and abstracts records of all eligible cancer patients (analytic and non-analytic), utilizing the cancer registry data system within the guidelines and requirements of the American College of Surgeons CoC, State, Cancer Registry standard setters, and other applicable requirements.

Completes abstracting in a multi-facility database structure, analyzes cases for inclusion or exclusion, performs patient follow-up analysis, and is able to complete all safety net workflows. Maintains work performance within production and quality guidelines. Works proficiently in Epic workflows.

Completes necessary continuing education to maintain ODS certification, compliance with CoC accreditation standards, and maintains current knowledge of guidance/updates issues by cancer registry standard setters. Possesses knowledge of ICD-10, ICD-0, and morphology coding. Requires extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and current standards of care.

Adheres to, displays, and upholds the Sanford Values. Serves as a role model on professionalism, attitude, knowledge, demeanor, and execution of duties. Regularly uses critical thinking skills, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in the course of work. Possesses attributes to include: skillful and flexible at managing change, understands a systems approach to problem-solving, possesses excellent written and oral communication skills, is well organized, and has a willingness and ability to make decisions and be accountable for the same. Flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to implement new ideas are also essential.

Knowledgeable in computer hardware and software applications including Microsoft Office, electronic medical records (EMR), and Cancer Registry database. Ability to work with team members in remote locations using a variety of technologies. Works extensively with electronic medical records and protected health information and is required to adhere to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy and security regulations and policies related to the same.

Qualifications

Oncology Data Specialist certified through the National Cancer Registrars Association is required and must meet post-secondary education requirements of NCRA.

Minimum of one year Cancer Registry experience is preferred.

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy work-home balance.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford Health has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.