Registrar Tumor, Oncology Data Center

RWJBarnabas Health; Short Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Registrar Tumor in the Oncology Data Center to abstract malignancy cases, manage NJ State Cancer Registry reporting, and support tumor conferences. The role requires data accuracy, compassion for patients and families, and collaboration with medical staff.

Hybrid/onsite schedule with day shifts; associate degree and Oncology Data Specialist Certification are required, with preferred health-care clerical experience and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate Degree.
• Must have the Oncology Data Specialist Certification.
• Clerical healthcare experience and medical terminology are preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Abstract data on Radiation Therapy patients into the Oncology Data Center database.
• Generate monthly follow-up letters to physicians and patients and process returns.
• Monitor case finding procedures per the procedure manual.
• Participate in Cancer Committee and tumor conferences.
• Submit data to the National Cancer Database and ACOS care evaluations.
• Provide data as requested by medical staff.
• Report new accession to NJ State Cancer Registry and respond to requests from NJSCR.
• Review and abstract information from patient records into the hospital registry.
• Maintain knowledge of cancer registry software and in-house database systems.

Skills

Clear communication

Organized

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree

Oncology Data Specialist Certification

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Registrar Tumor, Oncology Data Center

Req # 0000264335

Category: Revenue Cycle and Patient Access

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Department: Oncology Data Center

Pay Range: $36.00 - $41.00 per hour

Location: 112 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Job Title: Registrar Tumor

Location: Melchiorre Cancer Center

Department Name: Oncology Data Center

Req #: 0000264335

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $36.00 - $41.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Registrar Tumor abstract all cases of malignancy diagnosed and/or treated. Abstract all cancer cases directly onto computer and report all cases to the State Cancer Registry. Assume responsibilities for Tumor Conference under the direction of the Director. Provide follow-up to cases via mail and telephone contact as mandated through abstracting.

As Registrar Tumor, a typical day might include the following:

• Abstracting and coding data on Radiation Therapy patients into the Oncology Data computer database
• Generating monthly follow up letters to physicians and patients and process returns,
• Monitoring case finding procedures as outlines in procedure manual
• Participating in the activities of the Cancer Committee and clinical tumor conferences
• Preparing and submitting data to National Cancer Database and ACOS patient care evaluations
• Providing data as requested by the medical staff
• Reporting new accession to NJ State Cancer Registry and responds to requests from NJSCR
• Identifying reportable neoplasm and related cases
• Reviewing and abstracting information from patient medical records and electronic sources into hospital cancer registry database in a timely manner
• Maintaining knowledge of operation and maintenance of cancer registry software, including follow up, statistical analysis, abstracting and security measures,
• Maintaining knowledge of in-house hospital database software
• Using appropriate records in appropriate and confidential manner

The Registrar Tumor role might be for you if:

• You communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families and healthcare professionals
• You stay organized and can effectively manage multiple priorities
• You enjoy coordinating schedules and solving challenges
• You are detailed-oriented
• You respond in timely manner to all office and schedule inquiries
• You work collaboratively with team members
• You are comfortable using electronic medical systems, including EPIC

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have an Associate Degree. Must have the Oncology Date Specialist Certification. Preferably with clerical experience in health care and medical terminology. Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office and proficient computer skills. Familiarity with office equipment such as copiers and fax machines. Must demonstrate willingness to learn. Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm. Hybrid/Onsite position with remote capability.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer