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Responsible for overseeing all responsibilities of the hospital-based cancer registry, including patient chart abstracting, case finding, follow-up, coordinating cancer conference, and updating state ...

Coordinates activities and monitors compliance for reporting cancer-related data to appropriate ... calendars, preparing conference rooms, gathering case presentation data, tracking physician ...

Cancer Registry Coordinator

Hinsdale, IL · On-site

$23.32 - $43.37/hr

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How much do cancer conference coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cancer conference coordinator in the United States is $23.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Cancer Conference Coordinators?

Cancer Conference Coordinators are professionals who organize and manage cancer-related conferences, such as tumor boards or multidisciplinary meetings, where healthcare providers discuss cancer cases and treatment plans. They are responsible for scheduling meetings, preparing case materials, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining accurate records for accreditation. Their role is crucial in facilitating collaboration among oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, and other specialists to improve patient care outcomes.

What are the biggest challenges Cancer Conference Coordinators face when organizing multidisciplinary events?

Cancer Conference Coordinators often navigate complex logistics due to the multidisciplinary nature of oncology events, which bring together clinicians, researchers, and industry partners. One of the biggest challenges is ensuring seamless communication and coordination among diverse stakeholders with different expectations and schedules. Additionally, coordinators must manage accreditation requirements, abstract submissions, and technology for hybrid or virtual components. Staying adaptable and detail-oriented is essential for delivering a successful conference that meets scientific, regulatory, and attendee needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cancer Conference Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cancer Conference Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in event or meeting planning, often supported by a relevant degree in healthcare administration or a related field. Familiarity with conference management software, virtual meeting platforms, and compliance systems like HIPAA is typically required. Exceptional communication, multitasking, and interpersonal skills help in liaising with medical professionals, vendors, and attendees. These skills ensure the seamless planning and execution of conferences that support education, collaboration, and advancements in cancer care.
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Cancer Data Coordinator/Tumor Registrar (On-Site)

Cancer Data Coordinator/Tumor Registrar (On-Site)

NorthBay Health

Fairfield, CA

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

At NorthBay Health, the Cancer Data Coordinator/Tumor Registrar efficiently operates the cancer registry in accordance with all requirements of the health care delivery system-medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory.  He/she actively participate in Cancer Committee, contributing to its identification, planning and implementation of cancer-related services and programs, quality improvement initiatives, and other elements of other elements of cancer programs approved by the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer (ACoS). He/she supports the cancer clinical trials program through the collection and dissemination of data.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES

  1. Designs, evaluates, and performs cancer registry functions, including,

  • Analyzing health information utilizing governmental and institutional standards

  • Abstracting and coding clinical data using current, approved, and appropriate classification systems

  • Obtaining follow-up data

  • Retrieving, interpreting, and presenting cancer data

  • Run data request reports for physicians and/or allied health staff

  • Scheduling, directing and monitoring employees or abstracting service

  1. Safeguards patient privacy and confidentially

  2. Organizes and supports activities of Hospital and Cancer Center Cancer conference/Tumor Board Serves as member of Cancer Committee and liaison between the Cancer Committee, physicians, Cancer Center staff, administrative personnel, and hospital staff.

  3. Serves as member of the Continuing Education Committee. Submits quarterly report of Cancer Conference activities to include physician attendance, evaluation of conferences by physicians and other information as requested by the committee.

  4. Assists the Cancer Committee specifically by:

    • Coordinating the preparation of the annual oncology report

    • Monitoring registry policies and procedures for adequacy and accuracy participating in quality improvement activities.

    • Organizing cancer detection/screening initiatives w/Cancer Liaison Physician

    • Assisting with oncology fundraising initiatives

    • Supporting all other Cancer Committee activities, particularly those required of programs approved by the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) and other accrediting bodies.

    • Updates and maintains the Survey Application Record (SAR) on the ACoS website in preparation for ACoS survey.

  5. Acts as liaison between NorthBay Cancer Center and national, regional, and state governmental and community agencies.

  6. Keeps current knowledge of ACoS and all other regulatory bodies' cancer program requirements, and ethical and legal issues faced by health care facilities, health information professionals, registry professionals, and cancer programs. Continuously assesses and seeks to improve technical skills. Obtains and maintains, continuing professional education and the Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential.

  1. Education: Bachelor's degree in health care field preferred.

  2. Licensure:  Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credentialed, or CTR-eligible

  3. Experience:  Previous technical cancer registry experience in an ACoS approved cancer program. Supervisory experience preferred

  4. Skills:  Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication and computer skills. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Access. C/Next software experience preferred.

  5. Hours of Work: Flexible, forty hours per week. Occasional travel between NorthBay Healthcare sites, and between NorthBay and the central registry in Sacramento. Rare overnight travel short periods in order to participate in training or other educations seminars.

  6. Standards of Performance: Demonstrate performance by adhering to established policies and procedures and exhibiting the defined characteristics associated with attendance and punctuality.

  7. Physical Effort: Attendance is an essential function of the job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.