Oncology Specialist

Oriongrps; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Orion Groups seeks an Oncology Specialist to work with oncology clinical and operational teams to implement cloud strategies for oncology applications. This role serves as a subject matter expert on oncology workflows, analytics, and data-driven decision making to support cancer care services.

The 6-month W2 contract is fully remote across US time zones, offering collaboration with oncology service lines and cross-functional teams to drive data integration and informed decision making.

Qualifications

• Expertise in oncology clinical workflows and EMRs.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights for care teams.
• Experience with oncology data sources and registry data.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for oncology applications and cloud strategy.
• Collaborate with technical teams on root cause analyses and solutions.
• Engage with service line leaders to assess capabilities and define future-state solutions.
• Design and implement data integration projects across platforms.

Skills

Oncology workflows

EMR systems

Data analytics

Clinical informatics

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Oncology certification (nice to have)

Tools

Varian cloud

Elekta cloud

Job description

ORION GROUPS is a professional services firm based in McKinney, Texas that provides experienced consultants to key organizations across the United States. We focus our talent expertise in both the financial and healthcare industries. Our capabilities in technology include application management, enterprise software systems, data strategies, integration, and IT infrastructure. We work diligently to listen and provide value to your unique needs. www.OrionGRPS.com

OVERVIEW

At Orion, we are seeking an Oncology Specialist to collaborate with oncology clinical and operational stakeholders to implement cloud strategies for oncology applications. This opportunity serves as a subject matter expert on oncology applications and clinical workflows, supporting data driven decision making and the delivery of cancer care services.

OPPORTUNITY

6-month W2 contract with long-term extension; Fully Remote (U.S. – All Time Zones)

SALARY

$50 - $55/hour W2 contract plus benefits

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a quality consultant and subject matter expert for oncology applications and cloud strategy.
• Collaborate with technical teams to conduct root cause analyses and implement oncology cloud strategies.
• Engage with oncology service line leaders and end-users to assess current technology capabilities and define future-state solutions.
• Design and implement data integration projects supporting oncology teams, clinical research, and patient outcome tracking across multiple platforms.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and ensure alignment with departmental and organizational cancer care goals.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of oncology clinical practices, emerging technologies, and interoperability standards (e.g., USCDI, FHIR) to inform analytics solutions.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency and value of oncology analytics and reporting.
• Monitor project timelines and task completion to ensure delivery of high-quality outcomes on time and within scope.
• Escalate unresolved issues or process gaps to leadership and propose actionable solutions.

KEY EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated expertise in oncology clinical workflows, electronic medical records (EMRs), and cancer registry data.
• Knowledge of Varian and Elekta cloud strategies in Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology.
• Ability to synthesize complex data sets and translate them into actionable insights for oncology care teams, service line leaders, and clinical researchers.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with a focus on improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Experience working in high-stakes clinical environments and managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong oncology experience and familiarity with oncology applications.
• Experience with implementation of Varian and Elekta cloud strategies is a plus.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Certification in Oncology is nice to have but not required

INTERVIEW PROCESS

• Quick turnaround: preliminary interview followed by team interview on phone and Google Meets.
• Typically, one round with the hiring manager, joined by the team (virtual interview), possibly two rounds if necessary.

Orion Groups is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail]