Oncology Data Specialist I - Hybrid/Remote Eligible

West Tennessee Healthcare; Kirkland (WA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN seeks an Oncology Data Specialist to manage cancer registry data, ensure compliance with ACOS/COC standards, and prepare mortality/statistical reports. Some telework may be available.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree plus ODS credential and 0–5 years CTR/ODS experience; Tennessee registry knowledge preferred; telework experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree plus ODS credential and 1 year hospital registry experience.
• Certification as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) by the National Cancer Registrar Association.
• Telework experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complies with cancer reporting requirements per Tennessee Cancer Reporting System Act of 1983.
• Assists in identifying malignant cases treated within Kirkland Cancer Center.
• Determines follow-up appropriateness according to Kirkland Cancer Center guidelines.
• Uses electronic records/systems for data collection and reporting.
• Ensures data quality with quality checks before state/ACS/COC reporting.

Skills

Willingness to learn

AJCC staging knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Data entry accuracy

Cancer treatment modalities knowledge

multitask and prioritize

Education

Associate's degree + Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credential

1 year hospital-based cancer registry experience

Tools

Electronic records systems

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN seeks an Oncology Data Specialist to manage cancer registry data, ensure compliance with ACOS/COC standards, and prepare mortality/statistical reports. Some telework may be available.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree plus ODS credential and 0–5 years CTR/ODS experience; Tennessee registry knowledge preferred; telework experience a plus.