Hospital Oncology Data Specialist-Certified

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Oncology Data Specialist-Certified to join their remote team. This role involves case finding, abstracting medical records, and supporting cancer conferences. You will work alongside a dedicated team to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and contribute to groundbreaking cancer research. If you are detail-oriented and have a commitment to compassionate care, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients in New Mexico. Join a team that values innovation and excellence in cancer care.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Tuition remission

Dependent education programs

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Current Certification as a Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) is required.
• Experience with abstraction and data management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Case find and abstract medical records for cancer data.
• Prepare for cancer conferences and assist with certification requirements.

Skills

Oncology Data Abstraction

Medical Record Review

Data Management

Education

60 college-level credit hours

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CNExT

Cerner

Mosaiq

Job description

Requisition ID
req33087


Working Title
Hospital Oncology Data Specialist-Certified


Position Grade
12


Position Summary

The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center Quality Programs is seeking an energetic, detailed, self-motivating, current Oncology Data Specialist-Certified (ODS-C). We are looking for a team player with current abstraction experience. We are adding this new position to join our staff of 7 ODS-C and 2 ODS-C operations managers to meet the needs of this NCI designated Cancer Center. The ODS-C will case find, abstract medical records, perform follow-up and updates, prepare for cancer conferences and assist with regulatory and certification requirements.

This is a remote position.

Compassionate Care, Outstanding Research

Our world-class multi-disciplinary teams of cancer physicians work with nurses, pharmacists, patient navigators, and supportive care specialists to design a personalized care plan for each patient. They deliver care seamlessly in a compassionate, culturally-sensitive way. Our teams also work closely with our outstanding research scientists to bring our patients the most advanced cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment.

Our Designation Sets Us Apart

We are steadfast in our commitment to serve all the people of New Mexico. Our research focuses on those cancers that affect New Mexicans most, and our clinical trials focus on those studies that offer the most benefit to people here. As the Official Cancer Center of the state of New Mexico, our mission is to provide the unique, specialized and essential cancer care that all New Mexicans deserve. We sought and earned Comprehensive designation from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in achieving that mission. Today, we are one of only 57 NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the country and are the only cancer center in our state to hold this designation. Our 136+ board-certified oncology physicians, 123+ research scientists and 600+ staff members are dedicated to providing each of our patients the most advanced treatment and the finest support from the moment their care begins.

Clinical Trials Offer the Most Advanced Treatments

Our NCI designation gives us access to nationwide clinical trials that offer our patients the most advanced cancer treatments. We and other NCI cancer centers develop these new therapies. We encourage our patients to discuss their eligibility for clinical trials with their team of physicians to get access to the most advanced cancer treatments that are based on the latest scientific discoveries.

In addition, we offer multiple targeted therapy protocols to bring our patients a lifetime of the most advanced care. These clinical trials give the people who join the opportunity to have their cancer tissues genetically sequenced, helping cancer research and possibly helping them to be matched to promising anticancer therapies available in the future. Learn more at https://cancer.unm.edu.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Current Certification as a Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) from the National Cancer Registrars Association.

Minimum Qualifications

Successful completion of at least 60 college-level credit hours; no experience required. Certification/Licensure: National Cancer Registrars Association, Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR).

Preferred Qualifications

*Bachelor's degree

*CoC, SEER experience

*Experience with CNExT, Cerner, Mosaiq

*Current Tumor Registry Abstracting

Additional Requirements
Finalists should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire.
Applicants must provide names of 3 professional references that the hiring official can contact.
Applicants must reside in New Mexico.


Campus
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM


Department
Quality Programs (099U4)


Employment Type
Staff


Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time


Term End Date



Status
Non-Exempt


Pay
$29.95 - $34.26


Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.


ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.


Background Check Required
Yes


For Best Consideration Date
8/15/2025


Eligible for Remote Work
Yes


Eligible for Remote Work Statement
This is a full-time remote position. Persons applying for this position must reside in New Mexico.


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APPLICANT: Please complete the official application; making sure to include all prior work experience and average hours worked per week. Attach your Current Resume; listing three Professional References. Attach your Cover Letter that details how your experience matches the position as described above; including any Preferred Qualifications.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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