Certified Oncology Data Specialist I

West-Tennessee-Healthcare; Jackson (TN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

West-Tennessee-Healthcare in Jackson, TN is hiring a Cancer Registry Analyst to manage collection and compilation of cancer patient data. You will prepare statistical data on mortality rates and treatment effects while coordinating with physicians and registries.

The role may offer hybrid/remote work options and requires ODS credential and registry experience. Ideal candidates have an Associate’s degree in a related field, an ODS credential, and 0–5 years CTR/ODS experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree plus ODS credential and 1 year cancer registry experience.
• Familiarity with AJCC staging and ACS guidelines.
• Ability to communicate data results to medical staff clearly.
• Proficient in data extraction and reporting processes.
• Knowledge of cancer treatment modalities and survivor care.

Responsibilities

• Manage collection and compilation of cancer patient data.
• Prepare statistical data on mortality, treatment effects, and outcomes.
• Coordinate information with Kirkland Cancer Center physicians and registries.
• Ensure data quality with checks before reporting to state agencies.
• Support Cancer Committee and cancer conference coordination.
• Maintain credentialed status through CE hours and trainings.

Skills

AJCC staging

ACS guidelines

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data entry

Statistics interpretation

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Computer Science, or related field

Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credential

Certification as Oncology Data Specialist (CODS/ODS) by NCRA

Job description

Category:Admin SupportCity:JacksonState:TennesseeShift:8 - Day (United States of America)Job Description Summary:To manage the collection and compilation of information relating to patients diagnosed and treated for malignant cancers and to prepare statistical data on mortality rates and treatment effects. Employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital. Possible hybrid/remote.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSComplies with cancer reporting requirements as set forth in Tennessee Cancer Reporting System Act of 1983.Assists in identification of cases of malignant disease diagnosed and treated within Kirkland Cancer Center Cancer Program.Determines appropriateness of follow-up according to guidelines established by Kirkland Cancer Center and Cancer Committee.Utilizes appropriate electronic records and systems as necessary.Obtains end-results information on status of disease, recurrence, further treatment and length of survival.Promotes continued care of cancer patients through coordination of information with KCC physcians, and communication with other registries, medical facilities and heatlh Adheres to necessary reporting guidelines.Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.Ensures the quality of abstracted data by performing quality checks of data before it is sent to the state reporting agency and/or ACS/COC RCRS.Follows established procedures for retrieval of cancer registry data from computerized system. Assists in assembly and dissemination of data compiled in cancer registry.Fulfills any request for information or data from the Cancer Committee, member of cancer center medical staff, administration and other departments.Provides coordination for Cancer Committee and cancer conference, as needed.Adheres to necessary reporting guidelines.Meets ACOS/COC standards as they related to Cancer Registry, Cancer Conference, and Cancer Committee. Responsible for communicating ACS/COC standards to the Kirkland Cancer Center staff and leadership.Provide oversight for non-credentialed Oncology Data Specialist as assigned.Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.Maintains credentialed status by completing the necessary number of continuing education hours.Participates in educational activities of local, state, and national tumor registrar associations. Attends lectures, symposia and training programs as directed or available.JOB SPECFICATIONS:EDUCATION:Associate’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Computer Science, or other related field PLUS Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credential AND 1 years of hospital-based cancer registry experience.LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTFICATION:Certification as a Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) by the National Cancer Registrar AssociationEXPERIENCE:0 – 5 years CTR/ODS credentialedWould be beneficial to have experience working with an accredited cancer program.Telework experience preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Willingness to learn hospital and departmental policies and procedures.Skill and proficiency in the principles of AJCC staging, ACS guidelines for an approved COC program and any other Tumor Registry functions.Skill and proficiency in verbal and written communication, mathematical calculation and other clerical skills, and willingness to present data results and information to medical staff at committee meetings.Extensive knowledge of anatomy and specific disease processComputer skills for accurate data entry, and basic software applications for documentation and graphic skills to demonstrate statistical results and data collection.Knowledge of cancer treatment modalities and rationales including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, symptom management, and survivor careAbility to multi-task, prioritize, think independently, take initiative, meet deadlinesNONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENTWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.