Oncology Data Specialist

Catholic Health; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Remote

Job summary

Catholic Health is seeking an Oncology Data Specialist to manage the Cancer Registry and related data systems. You will abstract, code, analyze, and report cancer data using CRStar and other registry tools, ensuring timely submissions to NYSCR and other agencies.

The role emphasizes data quality and compliance, with a fully remote work option and requirement for RHIT/RHIA credentials plus ODS certification. Experience with cancer registry software and Microsoft Excel is valued.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in health information with RHIT/RHIA preferred.
• ODS credentials required; maintain via NCRA CE requirements.
• 6–12 months experience preferred in cancer registry or related field.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Cancer Registry components and data systems in compliance with standards.
• Abstract, codes, analyzes and reports cancer data using registry tools.
• Ensure accurate, timely data submissions to NYSCR and regulatory agencies.
• Support long‑term follow‑up, data quality, and reporting initiatives.

Skills

ICD-O-3 coding

AJCC staging

SEER Summary Staging

CRStar

Excel

Education

RHIT credentials

RHIA credentials

ODS credentials

Tools

CRStar

Microsoft Office

Job description

Facility: Administrative Regional Training Cntr

Shift: Shift 1

Status: Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates

Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No

Work Schedule: Days

Hours: 7-3

Summary

The Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) is responsible for maintaining all components of the Cancer Registry and associated data systems in compliance with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and accreditation standards. This role abstracts, codes, analyzes, and reports cancer data using CRStar and other registry tools. The ODS ensures accurate and timely data submission to regulatory agencies, including the New York State Cancer Registry (NYSCR), and supports long‑term follow‑up, data quality, and reporting initiatives.

Education

• Associate Degree in Health Information Technology with RHIT credentials or a Bachelor Degree in Health Information Administration, with RHIA credentials is preferred
• Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credentials required; Maintains credentials by meeting NCRA's continuing education requirements

Experience

• Six (6) - twelve (12) months experience is preferred

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

• Strong knowledge of ICD-O-3 coding, AJCC staging, SEER Summary Staging and STORE data standards
• Proficiency with cancer registry software (CRStar preferred)
• Ability to interpret complex medical records accurately
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Working Conditions

• Fully Remote
• Prolonged computer use and data entry

Environment

• Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment; typical of most office jobs