Oncology Info Specialist - Full Time - Days

Mohawk Valley Health System; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Valley Health System in Utica, NY, is seeking an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) to manage the cancer registry data, abstract records, and ensure accuracy for research and public health initiatives.

The role involves reviewing medical records, coding using ICD-O, maintaining data quality, generating reports for researchers and clinicians, and collaborating with the tumor registry team.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in health sciences or related field.
• One year post-certification experience in Cancer Registry.
• Proficiency with cancer registry software and EMR applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity and completeness of the cancer registry database.
• Gather, abstract and manage complete, accurate information from patient records including demographics, cancer diagnosis, staging, and treatment.
• Ensure accuracy and validity of data entered into the registry software.
• Analyze data and report trends, monitor survival rates, and assist in reports for researchers and clinicians.
• Manage the registry database used for state and national statistics and research.
• Identify all reportable cancer cases using medical records, pathology reports, and oncology files.
• Extract a complete summary of the patient's cancer history from medical records including follow-up data.
• Code cancer information, such as morphology and topography, using ICD-O.
• Track health status over time to ensure high follow-up rates as required by accrediting bodies.
• Maintain data quality through edits and audits and submit data to registries.
• Educate healthcare staff on cancer information and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Keep up-to-date with registry standards and continuing education.

Skills

EMR software proficiency

Cancer registry software experience

Education

Associates degree in health sciences or related field

One year post-certification experience in Cancer Registry

Job description

Oncology Info Specialist - Full Time - Days

Job Summary

The Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) – Cancer Registrar is a data management specialist who collects, analyzes, and maintains comprehensive information on cancer patients. This involves reviewing patient medical records to abstract data on diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes, entering it into a database, and ensuring accuracy. Their work is essential for advancing cancer research, improving treatment protocols, and supporting public health initiatives and quality improvement programs.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining the integrity and completeness of the cancer registry database.
• Gather, abstract and manage complete, accurate information from patient medical records, including demographics, medical history, cancer diagnosis, staging, and treatment.
• Ensure the accuracy and validity of the data entered into the cancer registry software.
• Analyze data and report to identify trends, monitor survival rates, and assist in the creation of reports for researchers, clinicians, and public health officials.
• Manage the cancer registry database, which is used for state and national cancer statistics and research purposes.
• Use various techniques, such as reviewing medical records, pathology reports, and radiation or medical oncology files, to identify all reportable cancer cases.
• Extract a complete summary of the patient's cancer history from medical records. This includes demographic information, diagnosis, stage of disease, treatment, and follow-up data.
• Accurately codes cancer information, such as morphology and topography, using standard classification systems like the International
• Classification of Diseases for Oncology (ICD-O).
• Tracks the health status of cancer patients over time, including recurrence and vital status, to ensure a high case follow-up rate as required by accrediting bodies.
• Maintains the cancer registry database and ensures data quality through regular edits and audits, and manages the submission of data to state and national registries.
• Educate healthcare staff on cancer-related information and participate in educational activities. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to support quality improvement initiatives.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest cancer registry standards, staging changes, and other industry trends by participating in continuing education.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information and related communications.
• Participate in Cancer Committee and Tumor
• Board/Cancer as required
• Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Associates degree in health sciences or related field
• One year, post certification experience, in Cancer Registry
• Proficiency with cancer registry software and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) applications.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Certified as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Department TUMOR REGISTRY
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 8.00
FTE 0.94
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $23 - $35 Per Hour