Cancer Registrar II

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision

Dental

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Retirement

Life insurance

Disability

Employee assistance program

Onsite health clinic

Flexible spending accounts

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Cancer Registrar II (CR II) to perform medical record review from the Epic EMR and abstract data onto CNEXT, ensuring compliance with CoC standards and WSCR requirements. This role supports rapid reporting, HIPAA-compliant information release, and ongoing registry training.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, an Oncology Data Specialist credential, and 2+ years of cancer registry experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)
• 2+ years of experience in Cancer Registry, preferably hospital setting.
• Knowledge of NAACCR data items, Solid Tumor Rules, AJCC staging, SEER rules.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Abstract cancer cases in compliance with CoC and WSCR guidelines and requirements.
• Provide support in case finding and follow ups.
• Determine case reportability.
• Assist in concurrent data collection for Rapid Cancer Reporting System (RCRS).
• Attend monthly Cancer Registry meeting and participate in abstraction and reportability discussion.
• Participate in monthly SEER Educate training.
• Work with team to resolve abstraction discrepancies.
• Assist in release of information that meets HIPAA guidelines.
• Generate suspense reports.
• Assist in preparation for CoC Survey.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Independent decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)

Tools

CNEXT database

Epic EMR

CAForum

SEER Inquiries

Job description

• Job ID: 31715
• Type: Regular Full-Time
• Location: US-WA-Seattle
• Category: Quality

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

Cancer Registrars II (CR II) must be Oncology Data Specialist (ODS), carry out the responsibilities of performing medical record review from the Epic electronic medical record system, and complete data abstracting onto the CNEXT database. The data abstracting must meet requirements of the Commission on Cancer (CoC) to support the accreditation program and the Washington State Cancer Registry (WSCR) as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Abstract cancer cases in compliance with CoC and WSCR guidelines and requirements
• Provide support in case finding and follow ups
• Ability to determine case reportability
• Assist in concurrent data collection for Rapid Cancer Reporting System (RCRS)
• Attend monthly Cancer Registry meeting and participate in abstraction and reportability discussion
• Participate in monthly SEER Educate training
• Work with team members to resolve any abstraction discrepancies
• Assist in release of information that meets HIPAA guidelines
• Generate suspense reports
• Provide inputs to the Cancer Registry departmental reference materials
• Assist in preparation for CoC Survey
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)
• 2+ years of experience working in Cancer Registry preferably in hospital setting
• Must have in depth knowledge and understanding of NAACCR data items, Solid Tumor Rules, AJCC staging guidelines, and SEER rules and standards.
• Ability to utilize cancer registry resources such as CAForum and SEER Inquiries
• Ability to understand, analyze, and interpret medical and treatment information
• Excellent time management, attention to details, and organizational skills
• Critical and analytical thinking
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong dedication to team success
• Capable of working and making decisions independently

Preferred:

• Experience working in hospital Cancer Registry setting
• Knowledge of CNEXT database
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system

The hourly pay range for this position is from $33.42 to $50.12 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Most Fred Hutch jobs require some on-campus work. However, there may be flexibility for certain positions. Please check with the recruiter if you are an out-of-state applicant interested only in working outside of the Seattle area.

Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security.

• medical/vision
• dental
• flexible spending accounts
• life
• disability
• retirement
• family life support
• employee assistance program
• onsite health clinic
• tuition reimbursement
• paid vacation (12-22 days per year)
• paid sick leave (12-25 days per year)
• paid holidays (13 days per year)
• paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks)

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail] or by calling 206-667-4700.