Cancer Registry Administrator

ATC; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A health organization is seeking an Oncology Data Specialist for a hybrid role at the State Cancer Registry. Responsibilities include filing cancer data reports, conducting death clearance follow backs, and updating healthcare facility contact information. A Bachelor’s degree is required along with a preference for oncology certification and two years of experience in healthcare data management. The role emphasizes detail, confidentiality, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Certified as an Oncology Data Specialist (or CTR) preferred.
• Experience in data collection and management in health care.

Responsibilities

• Files incoming cancer data reports from healthcare facilities.
• Conducts death clearance follow back for cancer data.
• Updates cancer reporting facility contact information in software systems.
• Assists in developing standardized registry policies and procedures.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Teams

Ability to learn new software

Attention to detail

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Work Setup: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) at the State Cancer Registry

12 months to start with multi-year extensions

Responsibilities

• Files incoming cancer data reports from healthcare facilities (electronically stores faxed, mailed information).
• Conducts death clearance follow back (detailed guidance and orientation will be provided, this task starts in April).
• Conducts data pull for virtually pooled registry requests from the research community or national agencies for approved studies (guidance and orientation will be provided).
• Updates cancer reporting healthcare facility contact information in software systems SEER*DMS, Web Plus.
• Participates in developing registry policies and procedures to standardize operations (co-write SOPs under guidance).

Job Requirements

• Proficiency in using computers (Microsoft Enterprise - Word, Excel, Teams) and ability to quickly learn and use new software systems.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• High preference to those certified as an Oncology Data Specialist (formerly Certified Tumor Registrar, CTR) and/or work experience as a Cancer Registrar.
• Minimum two years of work experience in roles related to collecting and managing data in health care or health care administration.
• Ability to compose technically accurate correspondence and reports using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to attend to detail and maintain accuracy and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance requirements.