Oncology Data Specialist, Remote Abstractor (PART-TIME)

None; Greensboro (NC); Remote; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Oncology Data Specialist to support cancer program development and ensure compliance with data reporting standards. This part-time role involves abstracting medical data from Electronic Medical Records and confirming the accuracy of data collected by healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's Degree and experience in data abstraction, along with certification as an Oncology Data Specialist. Join a diverse team committed to preventing and controlling cancer through accurate data management and reporting.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in data abstraction and compliance.
• Certification as Oncology Data Specialist or CTR is required.

Responsibilities

• Abstract medical data from EMR and ensure compliance with data standards.
• Confirm the completeness and accuracy of data collected by medical staff.

Skills

Data abstraction

Data compliance

Quality control

Data collection software

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Premier

Digital Innovation Registries

Job description

Job Title: Oncology Data Specialist

The Oncology Data Specialist abstracts patient diagnoses with reportable cancer by medical staff physicians of Cone Health. This role provides support for cancer program development, ensures compliance with data reporting standards, and serves as a valuable resource for cancer information, with the ultimate goal of preventing and controlling cancer.

This is a part-time position -- 10-15 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

1. Abstract a wide range of medical data from the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and code it in compliance with established data standards, adhering to organizational guidelines.
2. Help confirm the completeness and accuracy of data collected/documented by physicians, hospital staff, or physician office personnel.
3. Assess benchmarking reports under supervision and meet with quality data owners/customers within the department, hospital system, and providers to better understand the data and its collection.
4. Support the utilization of data collection software (e.g., Premier, Digital Innovation Registries, and other vendors).
5. Participate in the development and implementation of quality control activities.
6. Assist in confirming the reportability of assigned cases in suspense under direct supervision.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Associate's Degree
• Experience: 1 year
• Licensure/Certification: Oncology Data Specialist, ODS (formerly Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR))

Equal Opportunity Employer: At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, skills, and performance. Embracing diversity helps us serve our patients, communities, and colleagues better.