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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for cancer registry intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Cancer Registry Interns when abstracting data from medical records?

Cancer Registry Interns often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex medical terminology, ensuring accuracy when abstracting data from varied documentation styles, and maintaining patient confidentiality. Navigating electronic health record systems and staying current with updated coding standards (such as ICD-O and AJCC staging) can also be demanding. However, interns typically receive guidance from experienced Certified Tumor Registrars (CTRs) and participate in regular team meetings to address questions and improve data quality.

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

To thrive as a Cancer Registry Intern, you need foundational knowledge in medical terminology, data entry, and health information management, often supported by coursework in health sciences or related fields. Familiarity with cancer registry software (such as SEER*DMS), electronic health records, and understanding of HIPAA regulations is typically required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate and secure collection of cancer data, which is vital for research, patient care, and public health reporting.

What is a Cancer Registry Intern?

A Cancer Registry Intern is a student or entry-level professional who assists certified cancer registrars in collecting, managing, and analyzing data related to cancer patients. Their work involves gathering information from medical records, coding diagnoses and treatments, and ensuring data accuracy for research and public health purposes. This role provides hands-on experience in cancer data management and helps interns develop the skills needed for certification and future careers in cancer registry or health information management.
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Infographic showing various Cancer Registry Intern job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.
Pharmacy Technician II - Certified

Pharmacy Technician II - Certified

Novant Health

Charlotte, NC • On-site

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


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Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description

What We Offer
ONCOLOGY
Pharmacy Technician II - Certified
Monday-Friday; 7:00am-5:00pm, rotating shifts
*Hospital experience/Sterile Compounding experience required!!*
Novant Health is seeking a Pharmacy Tech II-Certified, to join our outpatient oncology pharmacy team, to deliver optimal medication management across all dimensions of care, every time.
Novant Health is an integrated system of physician practices, hospitals, outpatient centers, and more - each element committed to delivering a remarkable healthcare experience for patients and their families. With world-class technology, personal connections, and care that's easier to access and understand, Novant Health is with patients every step of the way on their journey to health and wellness.
What You'll Do
Essential functions include:
  • Compounding and delivery of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous sterile admixtures.
  • Processing refills to automated dispensing machines and replenishments to emergency kits and carts.
  • Demonstrating proficiency with equipment and software.
  • Maintaining regulatory requirements for USP797/800, Board of Pharmacy, DHHS, DEA.
  • Procuring medications and supplies (site specific).
  • Answering and screening telephone calls and referring calls to a pharmacist when appropriate.
  • Flexibility to travel to other cancer institutes and/or infusion centers as needed

What We're Looking For
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
    • 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred.
  • Experience: Acute: Minimum of two pharmacy skills (examples may include medication distribution, sterile compounding, and/or medication listing activities) required. OR...hired as a Pharmacy Technician 1 Certified and now competently performing a second pharmacy skill as described above. OR pharmacy intern enrolled in an accredited pharmacy school, required.
    • Outpatient Oncology: Minimum of two years of experience in any setting required with one year of experience in sterile compounding (of IV and/or chemotherapy admixture) preferred, required.
    • Specialty Pharmacy: Minimum of two years in any setting required with one year in specialty pharmacy setting preferred, required.
  • Licensure/Certification: Current registry with applicable State Board(s) of pharmacy, required.
    • PTCB or NHA Certification within 60 days of hire, or proof of enrollment in pharmacy school/(NCBOP pharmacy intern license)/or FPGEE/FPGEC, required.
    • A minimum of one relevant specialized certificate/certification from approved vendor such as PTCB, BPTS or NPTA (examples include but are not limited to product verification, medication history, hazardous drug management, billing/reimbursement, controlled substances diversion prevention, medication therapy management, sterile compounding). This must be obtained within 12 months of hire and maintained as applicable. Not applicable if currently enrolled in an accredited school of pharmacy with an active NCBOP pharmacy intern license, required.
  • Additional Skills (required): State Registration and/or evidence of renewal is required for Technicians fifteen days prior to expiration and Technicians are required to be either certified through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcareer Association (NHA), or be actively enrolled in an accredited pharmacy school with an active NCBOP pharmacy intern license, or be active in Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Examination (FPGEE) or Foreign Pharmacy Equivalency Certification (FPGEC).
    • Considerable knowledge and application of basic math skills, including ratio and proportion relationships; strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Basic technology skills. Other duties as outlined in Novant Health and facility specific policies and procedures. Ability to drive/travel to multiple facilities/locations as needed. Ability to work as part of a high performing, change ready and resilient team.
  • Additional Skills (preferred): Considerable knowledge of medication names (both trade and generic) and their doses, routes of administration, and adverse effects; the ability to demonstrate patient interview skills and strong written and verbal communication skills with other healthcare professionals. Experience with inventory management.

Why Choose Novant Health?
At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.
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163696

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Novant Health is a not-for-profit integrated system of 16 medical centers and more than 1,900 physicians in over 800 locations, as well as numerous outpatient surgery centers, medical plazas, rehabilitation programs, diagnostic imaging centers and community health outreach programs. Novant Health's more than 36,000 team members and physician partners care for patients and communities in North Carolina and South Carolina.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Winston-Salem, NC, US

Year founded

1997