Job Description
This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) performs data abstraction by capturing a complete patient history, diagnosis, staging, and treatment information for all patients into the cancer registry. • Abstracts the following registries: Breast, Colon, Lung, Prostate, and Bladder. • Delivers quality solutions to hospital partners across the country. • Reviews medical records for each eligible patient to complete the abstract in accordance with ACOS Cancer Program standards and state requirements. • Maintains abstracting productivity and quality rates of 98%. • Assists with timely monthly reporting to the State ODS, including special studies and audits. • Submits cases to Rapid Cancer Reporting System (RCRS) and ensures compliance with quality measures. • Assists in the Annual NCDB submission for cases diagnosed on January 2003 or later. • Maintains a follow-up program for all required abstracts. • Participates in ongoing studies for the American College of Surgeons and local studies. • Demonstrates knowledge and skills to operate cancer registry software. • Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies care accordingly. • Collaborates with staff at all campuses to develop opportunities for improvement. • Attends educational conferences to maintain certification. • Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies. Qualifications • Must be currently active working as Oncology Data Specialist (ODS). • Must be QUOPI, ACS, APBC Cert and Radiology Oncology Certified. • Successful completion of an Associate's degree or equivalent (60 college level credits including 2 semesters of Anatomy & Physiology) OR Certificate in Cancer Registry Management or Cancer Information Management from a NCRA-accredited program. • Minimum of 1 year in a related field; cancer, nursing, medical records, or health science. • Direct data abstraction experience in the Cancer Registry. • Exposure to patient medical record systems (EMRs) and clinical databases. • Proficiency with Epic, Oncology & MS Office (Microsoft Excel). • A college degree from an accredited nursing program, CAHIIM accredited program, or other accredited healthcare program. • Healthcare credential associated with their program of study. • Other healthcare information related abstraction and coding credentials desirable. Requirements • Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) Certification. • Attention to detail and follow-up necessary. • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, hospital staff, physicians, and community resources. • Must be able to work independently. • Commitment and reliability; able to dedicate consistent time to HIA. • Computer literacy, comfortable with Excel, web-browsers, email, and electronic health records. • Familiarity with various technologies such as Epic, Oncology, security (e.g., Citrix), data collection/abstraction, encoders, web-based applications. • Self-maintenance of skillset and maintaining credentials. • Staying current with abstraction/coding rules, manuals, and guidelines. • Prior experience in the position applying for. • Minimum of 2 years of current experience in ODS. • Motivation; ability to work independently in a remote setting. • May require Background and Drug Screening. Benefits • This position is for a Subcontractor (1099), who is willing to work 20 hours per week on a regular basis. • 100% Remote position. • Reliable, high-speed internet connection is required. Apply tot his job