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Eisenhower

Cancer Registrar II

Rancho Mirage, CA · On-site

$34/hr

Cancer Registry Job Objective: Analyzes clinical cancer information and independently completes patient abstracts in accordance with all national requirements set by the American College of Surgeons ...

Eisenhower Health

Cancer Registrar II

$34/hr

Cancer Registry Job Objective: Analyzes clinical cancer information and independently completes patient abstracts in accordance with all national requirements set by the American College of Surgeons ...

Advocate Health

Cancer Registrar| FT| DAY

Macon, GA · On-site

Maintains a registry of cancer patients with information to include demographic, characteristics, history of cancer, diagnostic procedures, diagnosis, stage, extent of disease, treatment, and ...

NY United Health Services

Cancer Registrar

Binghamton, NY · On-site

$25.27 - $37.90/hr

Customers served include HIM department, Cancer Program Manager, Cancer Registrars, Physicians, Physician offices, Administration and accrediting agencies. Provide complete registry data and ...

Lifespan

Cancer Registrar Tech Spclst

Providence, RI · On-site

Utilizes specialized software for cancer registry database management to establish import and export links to other software packages and to download and upload data for review and reporting.

Brownhealth

Cancer Registry Supervisor

Fall River, MA · On-site

$31 - $51.16/hr

Under the general guidance of management, the Supervisor Cancer Registry facilitates the department's daily operations and oversees staff, supports compliance with Commission on Cancer accreditation ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for cancer in the United States is $26.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $30.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cancer specialist?

Cancer specialists, often called oncologists, are medical doctors who diagnose, treat, and manage cancer in patients. They work with a team of healthcare professionals to develop personalized treatment plans, which may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or immunotherapy. Oncologists also help patients manage symptoms and side effects, and provide support throughout the cancer journey.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an oncologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Oncologist, you need an MD or DO degree, completion of an internal medicine residency, oncology fellowship, and board certification, along with deep knowledge of cancer biology and treatment protocols. Expertise in using diagnostic imaging, chemotherapy delivery systems, and electronic medical records is critical. Strong communication, empathy, and decision-making skills are vital for supporting patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial to delivering effective cancer care, ensuring patient well-being, and keeping up with advances in oncology.

What are some common challenges faced by oncology nurses when working with cancer patients, and how can these be managed?

Oncology nurses often encounter emotional and physical challenges while caring for cancer patients, such as managing complex medication regimens, supporting patients through difficult treatments, and coping with the emotional impact of patient outcomes. Effective communication, strong teamwork with physicians and other healthcare professionals, and utilizing available support resources can help manage these challenges. Many institutions also offer debriefing sessions and professional development opportunities to help oncology nurses build resilience and stay current with best practices in cancer care.

What is the difference between Cancer vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

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CredentialsOncologists typically have medical degrees and specialized oncology trainingAssociate's degree in medical laboratory technology or related field, certification often required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, oncology clinics, research labsHospitals, diagnostic labs, clinics
Industry UsageMedical, research, oncology treatmentHealthcare diagnostics, laboratory testing
Common Search/ComparisonFocuses on cancer diagnosis and treatmentFocuses on lab testing and analysis

While Cancer refers to a disease and the specialists who treat it, Medical Laboratory Technicians support diagnosis through lab work. Both roles are essential in healthcare, but they differ in credentials, work environment, and focus areas.

What are cancer careers?

Cancer careers include a range of healthcare and research roles such as oncologists, cancer nurses, radiologists, researchers, and medical technologists. These careers typically require specialized education, certifications, and skills in patient care, medical technology, or scientific research related to cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
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Cancer Registrar

Tallahassee, FL • On-site

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees
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Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

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Job description

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system that provides care to a 22-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a career destination with over 6,000 colleagues who reflect the diversity of our community. 
TMH is the region's healthcare leader and top provider of advanced care with a 772-bed acute care hospital and the region's only:

  • Level II Trauma Center 
  • Primary Stroke Center 
  • Level III Neonatal Intensive Care 
  • Pediatric Intensive Care 
  • The most advanced cancer, heart and vascular, orthopedic & surgery programs in the Panhandle. 

Our system also includes a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, six residency programs and more than 50 affiliated physician practices. 


Job Summary:

  • Records a coded summary of malignant solid and hematopoietic tumors, and malignant/benign central nervous system (CNS) tumors diagnosed or treated at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH).
  • Enters annual case follow-ups for outcomes tracking and survival statistics.
  • Reviews patient medical records, coordinates with cancer center physicians, and communicates with external departments and organizations.
  • Abstracts, follows-up, and promotes quality assurance (QA).
  • Submits charts to Cancer Registrar/Certified (JC: 239002) or Supervisor/Cancer Registry for approval before processing.
  • Participates in regular Rapid Cancer Reporting System (RCRS), state, and National Cancer Database (NCDB) submissions, and QA.
  • Works closely the Cancer Registry to monitor operations including (but not limited to) coordinating workflow, determining work allocations, resolving problems and performing other duties (as assigned) regarding the Standards of Hospital Quality Assurance Program, The Joint Commission (TJC), American College of Surgeons (ACOS), Commission on Cancer (CoC), National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), Florida Cancer Data System (FCDS) and other regulatory agencies.
  • Assists with Cancer Committee meetings, and other duties related to cancer center accreditation maintenance (as required).
  • NOTE: The Cancer Registry is a highly technical and regulated disease database and reporting system that provides essential information to healthcare providers, health administrators, researchers, and public health officials to better monitor and advance cancer treatments, conduct research, and improve cancer prevention and screening programs.
  • Registry data collection (including case finding, abstracting, and follow-up) is a required by state law and the ACOS CoC, the cancer program's accrediting agency as a comprehensive community cancer program.
 

Reports To:

  • SL Administrator Oncology Svcs (job code (JC): 009302)

 Supervises:

  • None

Required Education:

  • Associate degree (or equivalent (i.e., sixty (60) semester hours (or equivalent))) in any field from an accredited educational institution, including two (2) semesters (i.e., six (6) semester hours (or equivalent)) of college-level anatomy and physiology passed with a “C” or better.* * The minimum education requirements are prerequisite to sit for the Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) examination.

Preferred Education:

  • Associate degree in a medical field with a cancer registry or health information focus.

Required Experience:

  • One (1) year of cancer registry, electronic medical records (EMR), or related healthcare experience

Preferred Experience:

  • Two (2) or more years of cancer registry work experience in a health information setting. 
  • Experience using the Microsoft (MS) Windows operating system (OS). 
  • Intermediate/advanced database experience. 
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel. 
  • Intermediate computer skills. 
  • Understanding of cancer diagnosis, prognostic factors, staging, and treatment. 
  • Knowledge of reporting rules, including (but not limited to) how to code primary site and histology from the International Classification of Oncology manual and Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) instructions.
  • Knowledge of what documentation is required to confirm a diagnosis.
  • Knowledge of how to differentiate recurrent cancers from new primaries. 
  • Knowledge of how to stage cancers in accordance with the American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) Staging Manual. 
  • Knowledge of differences between initial treatment courses and subsequent treatment courses. 
  • Knowledge of differences in state requirements versus those of the ACOS CoC. 
  • Knowledge of historical references and how to apply and code according to diagnosis year when finding missed or backlogged cases. 
  • PowerChart proficiency. 
  • Comfortable using multiple medical record platforms. 
  • Comfortable with data visualization, and report writing. 
  • Attention to detail.

Required Certification/License/Registry:

  • None at hire. CTR credential from the National Cancer Registrars Association within eighteen (18) months post-hire (after no more than three (3) attempts). Florida Cancer Data System (FCDS) abstractor code* (or in process of obtaining) within eighteen (18) months post-hire * An alpha/numeric code certifying as an approved Florida abstractor. All registrars/abstractors working in the State of Florida are required to obtain an individual code.

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential/license verification.

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