Oncology Data Specialist, Certified (Cancer Data Registrar) - Full Time

ST. LUKE'S IS PROUD OF THE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPASSION OF ITS EMPLOYEES. THE EMPLOYEES OF ST. LUKE'S ARE OUR MOST VALUABLE ASSET! INDIVIDUALLY AND TOGETHER, OUR EMPLOYEES ARE DEDICATED TO SATISFYING THE MISSION OF OUR ORGANIZATION WHICH IS AN UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE AS WE CARE FOR THE SICK AND INJURED; EDUCATE PHYSICIANS, NURSES AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS; AND IMPROVE ACCESS TO CARE IN THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE, REGARDLESS OF A PATIENT'S ABILITY TO PAY FOR HEALTH CARE.

The Oncology Data Specialist identifies reportable cases, analyzes, and abstracts clinical data, codes and enters information into electronic cancer registry database. Performs lifetime follow up to provide cancer incidence, treatment and outcome information for quality improvement activities, administrative planning and marketing and research.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Sitting for up to 7 hours a day, 3 hours at a time.  May require occasional standing and walking for up to 1 hour per day.  Extended periods of vision use in reviewing computerized patient records and repetitive arm/finger use in retrieving and abstracting of pertinent information into computerized database. Uses upper extremities to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds.  May require stooping, bending and/or reaching above shoulder level.  Hearing as it relates to normal conversation.  Must be in Pennsylvania or New Jersey.

EDUCATION

Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C)/Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential is required.  Will also consider CRM Certificate or CIM Certificate from an NCRA Accredited Program with commitment to obtain ODS-C credentials within 3 years of date hired.  Will also consider Graduate of an accredited Registered Health Information Technology (RHIT) and/or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) will be considered if continuing their education for their Certificate CRM or CIM from an NCRA Accredited Program with commitment to obtain ODS-C credential within 3 years of date hired.  Candidates must meet the education and experience prerequisites in order to sit for the ODS exam.  This is a requirement by the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) Standard 4.3 – “Hold a current Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credential”.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) is required.  Knowledge of site-specific tumor biology, staging, and treatment required.  In depth knowledge of human anatomy, medical terminology and statistics required.  Data entry skills required.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.  Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.  Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.  It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.  Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

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