Certified Cancer Registrar (CTR) – Part-Time Data & Quality

North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a part-time Cancer Registrar - Radiation Oncology in Powell, TN. The role maintains the cancer registry database, ensuring accurate data collection and reporting in alignment with CoC standards.

Responsibilities include abstracting cases, coding with ICD-O-3 and AJCC staging, coordinating follow-up, and supporting quality improvement initiatives. CTR certification and familiarity with EHRs are required.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years in cancer registry or health information management.
• CTR certification required.
• Knowledge of cancer data standards and coding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Identify, abstract, and validate reportable cancer cases per state/national standards.
• Enter data using ICD-O-3, AJCC TNM, and SEER staging in registry database.
• Coordinate follow-up processes to determine survival and outcomes.
• Facilitate cancer conferences and committee meetings with proper documentation.
• Analyze edit reports from NCDB and ensure reporting accuracy.
• Support quality improvements and education on best cancer care practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Data analysis

HIPAA knowledge

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

CTR - Certified Tumor Registrar

Tools

EHR systems

Cancer registry software

NCDB data tools

Job description

North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a part-time Cancer Registrar - Radiation Oncology in Powell, TN. The role maintains the cancer registry database, ensuring accurate data collection and reporting in alignment with CoC standards.

Responsibilities include abstracting cases, coding with ICD-O-3 and AJCC staging, coordinating follow-up, and supporting quality improvement initiatives. CTR certification and familiarity with EHRs are required.