Certified Tumor Registrar

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital is seeking a Certified Tumor Registrar to join our Cancer Registry team. This role focuses on accurate data collection for cancer management and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities include chart reviews, data abstraction to ICD-9-CM/ICD-O standards, and participating in Tumor Board activities. CTR certification with 3 years of CTR experience is required.

Qualifications

• CTR certification is required.
• Minimum three years of experience as a CTR.
• Experience in Medical Record Administration.
• Knowledge of ICD-9-CM coding principles; ICD-O preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews hospital records to identify and compile patient data for cancer management programs and regulatory compliance.
• Abstracts and codes information into the software system (demographics, disease extent, procedures/treatment).
• Attends Cancer Committee and Tumor Board meetings.
• Submits cancer registry data to the Commission on Cancer and Texas Cancer Registry.
• Validates data within medical records and registry vendor quarterly; stays current with reporting requirements.
• Attends surveys and regulatory meetings related to Cancer Registry/data analysis.
• Uses hospital computer software and database programs; proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

CTR certification

3+ years CTR experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

At University Hospital patient care is treated with high quality and compassion above all. We are attentive, kind, and helpful without exception. We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for a Certified Tumor Registrar who is a driven professional seeking a new challenge.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews hospital records to identify and compile patient data for use in cancer management program and to comply with government regulations.
• Reviews patient's medical record, abstracts, and codes information (i.e. demographics, history/extent of disease, diagnostic procedures/treatment) into software system.
• Attends Cancer Committee and Tumor Board Meetings
• Submits Cancer Registry Data to the Commission on Cancer and Texas Cancer Registry
• Validates data within medical record and within Cancer Registry Vendor on a quarterly basis.
• Stays up to date with all reporting to Registries including concurrent data reporting requirements.
• Attends Commission on Cancer Surveys and all regulatory meetings which include Cancer Registry or Data Analysis.
• Must be able to comprehend and use various hospital computer software and other data base programs; displays knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Certification as a Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) or equivalent coursework in an approved college level curriculum in a recognized allied health field as determined by NCRA's Council on Certification is required.
• Three years of experience working as a CTR is required. If not a current CTR, CTR eligibility is required. Must obtain the CTR certification within twelve (12) months from date of hire.
• Experience in Medical Record Administration is required.
• Knowledge and use of ICD-9-CM coding principals is required; ICD-O principals preferred.