Associate Reporter Jobs in Oklahoma (NOW HIRING)

Agency: Oklahoma State Department of Health

Supervisory Organization: Center for Health Statistics

Job Type: Regular

Compensation: The salary for this position is up to $53,230.74, based on education and experience.

Respect. Collaboration. Service. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Location: Central Office – 123 Robert S. Kerr

Salary: up to $53,230.74, based on education and experience.

Full Time /Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Primary Hours: 8-5

Position Description: This full-time position supports the Oklahoma Central Cancer Registry (OCCR) by collecting and maintaining complete, timely and high-quality cancer data from various Oklahoma health facilities. Data are collected in accordance with Oklahoma Law and according to the standards set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-National Program for Cancer Registries and the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries.

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff at reporting facilities such as cancer data reporters, healthcare professionals, administration, etc. to collect and maintain tumor-specific and demographic information related to cancer cases among Oklahoma residents.
• Assist OCCR functions to consolidate reported cancer cases, review duplicate cases, cleaning data through edits and completing follow up for cases reported through death certificates.
• Track assigned reporting facilities on completeness, timeliness, and quality of data submissions and ensuring quality of data received.
• Communicate with assigned reporting facilities to ensure compliance with state reporting statutes are met and maintained.
• Support cancer data reporters on case finding, abstracting, reporting requirements, as well as informing them on any changes to reporting standards.
• Assist with the preparation of grant required reports such as Mid-Year Progress Report and End of Year Report.
• Provide support to a federally and state legislatively mandated surveillance system.

• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job
• Other duties as assigned

• Attend at least 75% of webinars offered by NPCR and NAACCR annually and participate in cancer abstraction, reporting, and registry data management trainings as needed. Attend training as identified by employee development plan, funding source, and national standard setters for central cancer registries. Complete necessary CE hours and requirements to maintain ODS-C certification (if applicable).
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

High school diploma and two (2) years of experience in cancer abstraction within healthcare/ cancer registry setting; OR an associate degree from a Health Information Management (HIM) program, certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA); OR a bachelor's degree in biology or health related field.

Preferred qualification: Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C).

Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver's license.

This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of the computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position.

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Strong communication skills both oral and written; understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and basic medical terminology; the ability to be detail oriented; successfully operate in a high functioning team; knowledge of central cancer registry is preferred; experience working with Web Plus and Rocky Mountain Cancer Data Systems software is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: This position is set in an office environment and computer based. Being present in the office is an essential function of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.