Oncology Data Specialist

Prometheus Federal Services (PFS)

Virginia (MN)

Remote

USD 61,152 - 82,992

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

A leading health service provider is looking for an Oncology Data Specialist to support the Veteran's Health Administration. The role involves case management, data curation, and compliance with cancer registry standards. The position is remote, requiring occasional onsite visits, and mandates a valid ODS certification. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and experience in tumor registries.

Qualifications

Certification as an Oncology Data Specialist by NCRA is required.
Minimum four years experience in tumor registry.
Familiarity with VHA is a plus.

Responsibilities

Fully abstract cancer cases from start to finish.
Conduct records maintenance and case finding.
Code, stage, and enter data into the registry.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Proficient in cancer registry software

Knowledge of ICD-O-3

Experience in tumor registry

Education

Bachelor's degree

Current certification as ODS

Tools

OncoTraX

ERS

cNext

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Prometheus Federal Services (PFS), a trusted partner to federal health agencies, is seeking an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) to support the Veteran's Health Administration (VHA) in completing the VHA's backlog of incomplete cases in suspense and performing case ascertainment, data curation and completing case submissions. This is a remote position; however, there could be rare occasions when the ODS needs to be onsite at a VHA treatment facility. Successful candidates must hold (and maintain) a current certification as an ODS by the National Cancer Registrars Association. All applicants must reside in the U.S.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Fully abstract cancer cases from start to finish
Conduct records maintenance, including submission of a complete case abstract
Conduct timely case finding, ascertainment, and accession to client-approved software
Code, stage, and enter data into the registry database. Each case is added to the tumor registry utilizing ICD-O-3, ICD-10-CM, AJCC TNM 8thed. (Tumor, Nodes, Metastasis), SEER Program Coding and Staging Manual, Solid Tumor Rules, and STORE Manual as well as other required standard setter coding manuals
Comply with reporting requirements of the state central cancer registry, the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer, and the VA Central Cancer Registry
Perform data quality control activities on registry data
Follow-up on each case abstracted for the life of the patient. Ensures that follow-up information is collected for each case annually according to Commission on Cancer rules
Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality of all information encountered, including verbal, written, and computerized
Maintain ODScredentials through the National Cancer Registrar's Association (NCRA)
Consistently applies independent judgment and discretion

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Current certification as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) by the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA)
Minimum of four(4)years experience in tumor registry as a Certified Tumor Registrar. Experience with Commission on Cancer facilities is preferred
Familiar with VHA
Proficient with various cancer registry software systems (OncoTraX, ERS,Oncology,cNext, Rocky Mountain, Vista, etc.)
Proficient with various electronic medical record systems
Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency of ICD-O-3 and knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10 CM/PCS, DMS Coding
Experience working independently collecting data on cancer patients, creating data files for patients, recording demographics, medical history, tumor-specific characteristics, stage, treatment, and patient outcomes
Strong conceptual, as well as quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship indefinitely
Ability to obtain a public trust

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Veterans Health Administration

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

This position may be subject to client or government vaccination and masking guidance, policy, or requirements that occasionally change.

The work location is flexible if the company approves it, except that the position may not be performed remotely from Colorado.

PFS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, remote work, and other benefits to accommodate what matters most to you and your family.Learn moreabout PFS Benefits.

Note: PFS benefits, compensation, and bonuses are subject to eligibility requirements and other applicable plan or program terms.

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