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Eisenhower

Cancer Registrar II

Rancho Mirage, CA

$34/hr

... working knowledge of Medical terminology, anatomy & physiology and related health sciences ... Supports Cancer Committee and promotes ACOS Commission on Cancer Approved Cancer Program Standards ...

BayCare Health System

Licensed Counselor

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$53K - $73K/yr

... our Cancer Patient Support Services (CaPSS) program . The CaPSS teams are guided by a simple ... Required LCSW (Social Work) or * Required LMHC (Mental Health) Education: * Required Masters in ...

Memorial Health

Certified Cancer Registrar

Springfield, IL · On-site

$25.72 - $39.86/hr

Overview A Certified Cancer Registrar identifies, registers, analyzes, and reports cancer registry ... Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works ...

Eisenhower

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$37.19 - $56.49/hr

Cancer Support Services Job Objective: Delivers behavioral and healthcare management services to a variety of patient populations across the lifespan; coordinates the complex needs of patients and ...

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Cancer Registrar - Cancer Program (Remote)

Cancer Registrar - Cancer Program (Remote)

PeaceHealth

Vancouver, WA • On-site, Remote

$28.73 - $43.09/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

PeaceHealth rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 171 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

132nd of 869 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Cancer Registrar for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. 

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $28.73 – $43.09. 

The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

This position will be performed fully remote.  If telecommuting, PeaceHealth will provide the caregiver with necessary computer equipment.  It is the responsibility of the caregiver to provide Internet access.

***Must reside in Washington, Oregon, or Alaska.**

Job Summary

Maintains requirements for data collection by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons. Provides office support for the Community Cancer Program and/or Tumor Conferences as applicable and needed.

Details of the Position:

  • Compiles screening reports and completes case-finding based on current inclusion standards.
  • Abstracts cancer cases from hospital, pathology, medical oncology, radiation therapy, and other medical records according to the current Standards for Oncology Registry Entry (STORE).
  • Runs and interprets standard reports to monitor operations of the electronic cancer registry.
  • Queries the electronic database as assigned for quality improvement and review projects per Commission on Cancer standards and cancer committee requests.
  • Correctly translates ICD-10-CM and ICD-0-3 codes into STORE (Standards for Oncology Registry Entry) codes.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

  • Associate Degree Required: Medical Records/Sciences or related field or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training and experience

Experience

  • Preferred: Tumor Registry experience

Credentials

  • Required: within 1 Year Certified Tumor Registrar Oncology Data Specialist (effective 1/1/2024 the cert previously known as CTR was renamed ODS)

Skills

  • Proficient with MS Office applications. (Required)
  • Knowledgeable in automated database management and associated HIPAA standards. (Required)
  • Demonstrates knowledge of Commission on Cancer (COC) standards for data collection and management. (Required)
  • Fluency with terminology related to the cancer disease process, diagnosis, treatment and outcomes. (Required)

Working Conditions

  • Consistently operates computer and other office equipment.
  • Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Sedentary work.
  • Predominantly operates in an office environment.
  • Some time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
  • Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
  • The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

For additional information or questions, please email Jen Worthington at Jworthington@peacehealth.org or call 360-448-0542.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, WA, is a not-for-profit Catholic health system employing approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 1,200 providers and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities in Washington, Oregon, Alaska. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, the legacy of its founding Sisters continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission. Get a feeling for the Spirit of PeaceHealth through this three-minute video, and visit us on Facebook or LinkedIn! We offer competitive compensation, a robust benefitspackage and a collaborative, Mission-driven work environment! To learn more please visit: jobs.peacehealth.org. Questions? Review our Employment FAQor email Recruitment@peacehealth.org. Please note this email does not accept resumes or applications.

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Year founded

1890

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