Washington Hospital, Inc., Mary
Oncology Data Specialist-CTR Certified (Outpatient Clinic)-Full Time Days
Washington Hospital, Inc., Mary, Fredericksburg, Virginia, us, 22402
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Job Summary:
This position is accountable to maintain the Hospital based registry of cancer patients including identification, abstracting, reporting, follow-up and statistical compilation in order to participate in local, state and national registration programs in addition to assisting in the maintenance of a hospital-wide cancer program in compliance with regulatory requirements. This position must demonstrate a commitment of quality service to our patients, the public and our co-workers.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
* Manages and operates an American College of Surgeons (ACoS) approved cancer registry under the guidelines of the Virginia Department of Health (VDH).* Participates in the Cancer Committee quarterly meetings by providing Registry dashboard information.* Coordinates weekly, multi-disciplinary cancer conferences, including collaborating with physicians, and with radiology and pathology departments.* Maintains cancer conference documentation that includes attendance of required disciplines, case mix, case stage, histology, treatment guidelines and prognostic indicators to meet Commission on Cancer requirements.* Trains and mentors other Cancer Registry staff as directed by the Regional Cancer Center Administration Manager.* Performs case ascertainment procedures to ensure accurate and complete capture of cases diagnosed and/or treated at MWHC and in affiliated physicians' offices in a timely manner.* Identifies all cases for inclusion in the Cancer Registry Database according to ACoS and VDH Reportable List.* Maintains familiarity with ACoS and VDH Reportable Lists and identifies qualified cases for inclusion in the Cancer Registry database.* Accurately analyzes, codes, and abstracts patient case information into the registry software system within six months of first contact and annually for follow up.* Determines collaborative staging for cancer cases not staged by physician.* Communicates with physicians and/or physician office mangers on missing reports or documentation needed for abstracting.* Responds to data requests and generates outcome reports and interpretation.* Transmits hospital cancer data to the Virginia Cancer Registry and the National Cancer Data Base as specified by these entities for inclusion in state and national oncology statistics.* Assists in the development and ongoing revision of policies and procedures relative to the cancer registry operations and abstracting.* Maintains knowledge and proficiency in cancer registry operations within the guidelines of the American College of Surgeons, Commission on Cancer Program Standards.* Maintains professional activities to remain current with cancer treatment developments, registry operations, accreditation requirements and certification for tumor registrar (CTR).* Participates in community outreach projects and assist local and national agencies in providing cancer education and services.* Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
* CTR certification, required.* Associates degree preferred in an allied health field, preferred.* Experience utilizing medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, required.* Experience with computerized systems, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, required.* One year experience in an ACOS approved cancer registry, preferred.* Prior experience working with physicians, preferred.
As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Job Summary:
This position is accountable to maintain the Hospital based registry of cancer patients including identification, abstracting, reporting, follow-up and statistical compilation in order to participate in local, state and national registration programs in addition to assisting in the maintenance of a hospital-wide cancer program in compliance with regulatory requirements. This position must demonstrate a commitment of quality service to our patients, the public and our co-workers.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
* Manages and operates an American College of Surgeons (ACoS) approved cancer registry under the guidelines of the Virginia Department of Health (VDH).* Participates in the Cancer Committee quarterly meetings by providing Registry dashboard information.* Coordinates weekly, multi-disciplinary cancer conferences, including collaborating with physicians, and with radiology and pathology departments.* Maintains cancer conference documentation that includes attendance of required disciplines, case mix, case stage, histology, treatment guidelines and prognostic indicators to meet Commission on Cancer requirements.* Trains and mentors other Cancer Registry staff as directed by the Regional Cancer Center Administration Manager.* Performs case ascertainment procedures to ensure accurate and complete capture of cases diagnosed and/or treated at MWHC and in affiliated physicians' offices in a timely manner.* Identifies all cases for inclusion in the Cancer Registry Database according to ACoS and VDH Reportable List.* Maintains familiarity with ACoS and VDH Reportable Lists and identifies qualified cases for inclusion in the Cancer Registry database.* Accurately analyzes, codes, and abstracts patient case information into the registry software system within six months of first contact and annually for follow up.* Determines collaborative staging for cancer cases not staged by physician.* Communicates with physicians and/or physician office mangers on missing reports or documentation needed for abstracting.* Responds to data requests and generates outcome reports and interpretation.* Transmits hospital cancer data to the Virginia Cancer Registry and the National Cancer Data Base as specified by these entities for inclusion in state and national oncology statistics.* Assists in the development and ongoing revision of policies and procedures relative to the cancer registry operations and abstracting.* Maintains knowledge and proficiency in cancer registry operations within the guidelines of the American College of Surgeons, Commission on Cancer Program Standards.* Maintains professional activities to remain current with cancer treatment developments, registry operations, accreditation requirements and certification for tumor registrar (CTR).* Participates in community outreach projects and assist local and national agencies in providing cancer education and services.* Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
* CTR certification, required.* Associates degree preferred in an allied health field, preferred.* Experience utilizing medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, required.* Experience with computerized systems, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, required.* One year experience in an ACOS approved cancer registry, preferred.* Prior experience working with physicians, preferred.
As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.