Remote Oncology Data Specialist – Tumor Registry

UT Health San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio is seeking a Cancer Center Tumor Registry Analyst to identify, register, and maintain the tumor registry database. The role requires abstracting 4-5 cases daily and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include reviewing EMRs, correcting Texas Cancer Registry data, and providing data for physicians and research. Relevant certifications and accurate data handling are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in health science or related field is required.
• Four (4) years of registry/case abstracting experience is required.
• Certified Oncology Data Specialist certification is required.
• RHIT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews electronic medical records to identify and collect patient data for cancer and other reportable diagnoses.
• Review case finding list for reportable cases, corrects cases returned by the Texas Cancer Registry and updates existing cases in the registry.
• Abstracts patient information into the cancer management program in compliance with government regulations for physicians and research studies (expected 4-5 cases per day).
• Upholds legal and ethical standards: release of cancer registry data, confidentiality, data transmission, and adherence to the NCRA Code of Ethics.
• Attends training/seminars to maintain compliance with Texas reporting requirements.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office

Data abstraction

Education

Associate degree in health science or related field

Post-high-school coursework in nursing, health information management, or related field

Tools

Registry software

RHIT credential

Job description

UT Health San Antonio is seeking a Cancer Center Tumor Registry Analyst to identify, register, and maintain the tumor registry database. The role requires abstracting 4-5 cases daily and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include reviewing EMRs, correcting Texas Cancer Registry data, and providing data for physicians and research. Relevant certifications and accurate data handling are essential.