Oncology Data Specialist

Omega Healthcare Management Services; Boca Raton, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Omega Healthcare Management Services seeks an experienced Oncology Data Specialist to abstract cancer cases into the registry, ensuring accuracy and timely submission to the State Central Registry and NCDB. The role requires adherence to CoC and State data standards and proactive data collection from physicians when data is incomplete.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of ODS credentials, 3+ years of hands-on abstracting, and a track record of high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of ODS credentials.
• Minimum of 3 years of recent, hands-on abstracting experience.
• Proven record of at least 90% abstracting quality.
• Productivity target of one abstract every 1 hour 40 minutes with 95% productivity.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily abstraction of cancer cases into the cancer registry database.
• Run and resolve EDITs prior to submission to the State Central Registry and NCDB.
• Abstract cases according to CoC and State data standards and coding instructions.
• Abstract cases within six months from first date of contact; request missing data from physician when needed.
• Maintain a log for abstraction activity including non-reportable cases and follow up on re-admissions.

Skills

Oncology data abstraction

Productivity targets

Quality focus

Analytical thinking

Education

ODS credentials

Job description

Perform daily abstraction of cancer cases into the cancer registry database.

• Responsible for running and resolving EDIT’s prior to submission of cases to the State Central Registry and NCDB.
• Utilize CoC and State Cancer Registry data standards and coding instructions to determine all reportable cases.
• Abstract cases completely, whenever possible. In cases where complete treatment data is not available, request this information from the managing physician.
• Abstract cases within six months from first date of first contact.
• Maintain a log to document the abstraction of all records as well as non-reportable cases
• Submit cases to the State Central Registry, if requested.
• Process case finding, follow-up and other registry duties.
• Maintain the suspense system, if required.
• Enter follow up and/or update information on patients who have been re-admitted to the hospital following the completion of an abstract.
• Perform duties in compliance with Company’s policies and procedures, including but not limited to those related to HIPAA and compliance.
• Maintains a knowledge base of ICD-O, AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Database and Manual, SEER Coding and Staging Manual, Collaborative Staging, SEER Multiple Primaries and Histology’s, SEER Rx Database and Facility Oncology Data Standards

Key Success Indicators/Attributes

Knowledge of cancer and its management, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, biostatistics and epidemiology, cancer data abstracting, database record management, cancer program management, and cancer registry procedures.

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Demonstrate ability to self-motivate, set goals, and meet deadlines.
• Maintain courteous and professional working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrate excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail, time management and excellent communication in written and spoken word.
• Adherence with both client and Omega specific quality and productivity standards, and detail specific data abstraction.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing a variety of software applications.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, abstracting compliance and HIPAA-HITECH standards affecting medical records and the impact on reimbursement and accreditation.

Supervisory Responsibility

No

This job operates in a remote home office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position occasionally requires long hours and weekend work.

Qualifications

Seeking a highly experienced Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) for a Commission on Cancer (CoC) Comprehensive Community Cancer Program located in a California SEER state. The ideal candidate must possess a minimum of 2 years of ODS credentials and 3 years of recent, hands-on abstracting experience, with no exceptions.

Candidates must demonstrate a proven record of quality and efficiency, including a minimum 90% abstracting quality score. Productivity expectations include achieving one abstract every 1 hour and 40 minutes while maintaining a 95% productivity score.

About Us

Founded in 2003, Omega Healthcare Management Services® (Omega Healthcare) empowers healthcare to thrive via intelligent solutions that optimize revenue cycle operations, administrative workflows, care coordination, and clinical research on a global scale. The company works with providers, payers, life science companies, medical device manufacturers, health technology firms, researchers, and industry partners to amplify teams with robust technology, specialty expertise, and operational support. Omega Healthcare serves more than 350 healthcare organizations with 35,000 skilled workers in the United States, India, Colombia, and the Philippines. For more information, visit www.omegahms.com

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, dental, and vision coverage, voluntary insurance options, a 401(k) plan with employer match, professional development opportunities, paid time off, and holiday pay. Eligible employees may also have the opportunity to participate in bonus programs, commissions, or other variable incentive plans. Benefits and incentive eligibility may vary based on position, location, and tenure.

AAP/EEO Statement

Omega Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Omega Healthcarealso prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Omega Healthcare makes reasonable accommodations when needed for applicants and candidates with disabilities or religious observances. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or any other part of the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .