Oncology Data & Registry Specialist

Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack (NJ)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Oncology Data Specialist to abstract oncology charts and ensure accuracy in accordance with ACOS Cancer Program standards and state requirements. You will support timely NJ State Cancer Registry reporting, assist with RCRS submissions and NCDB data, maintain suspense records, and collaborate with multiple campuses.

This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of tumor registry operations, and a commitment to data quality within a comprehensive

Qualifications

Associate degree or 60 college credits with Anatomy & physiology completed (as of 1/1/2010) or equivalent.
Minimum of 1 year in a related field: cancer, nursing, medical records, or health science.

Responsibilities

Abstract oncology charts per ACOS Cancer Program standards and state requirements.
Maintain abstracting productivity and quality rates per organization and national benchmarks.
Assist with monthly reporting to the NJ State Cancer Registry and any special studies/audits.
Assist submissions to Rapid Cancer Reporting System (RCRS) and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
Assist in NCDB submission; ensure annual data meets quality criteria for Call for Data.
Enter/update cases in suspense database and maintain follow-up documentation.
Participate in ongoing tumor registry studies and attend Tumor Conferences as needed.
Operate cancer registry software to perform job duties with accuracy.
Communicate with patients and care teams to address needs across diverse populations.