Entry Level Remote Medical Coder Jobs in Lake Stevens, WA

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Data Coordinator II monitors data collection and its adherence to protocols and is responsible for the collection, coordination, processing, and quality control of clinical trial data. 

Most Fred Hutch jobs requiresomeon-campus work. However, there may be flexibility for certain positions. Please check with the recruiter if you are an out-of-state applicant interested only in working outside of the Seattle area. 

Postion can be offered fully remote:

• Work with the research team and providers to collect, abstract, and code complex clinical data and information from multiple sources (medical records, research records, etc.) for research subjects. 
• Code and record said information into various study-specific electronic data-capture systems. 
• Resolve and answer data queries with minimal errors. 
• Maintain databases for research studies. 
• Demonstrate understanding of research study operational flow. 
• Assist with development of study-specific or program data acquisition forms. 
• Partner with research coordinator and/or sponsor representatives to review and correct data recorded in the case report forms. 
• Request medical records from outside medical facilities. 
• Track and maintain research subject schedules based on complex protocol-specific requirements, and work with clinic staff support services and research team members to ensure subject research assessments are planned for required/appropriate time points. 
• May interact with research subjects, study team members, or sponsor contacts in order to obtain and submit required study data and for resolution of study-specific queries. 
• Additional duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS, RRA (Registered Records Administrator), ART (Accredited Records Technician), or two year degree in the medical field.
  
• Two years of experience in medical records, cancer registry, or related field.
  
• Strong computer skills and experience working with databases.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Medical terminology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in oncology research and with medical terminology or electronic medical record preferred. 
  
• CCRP or CCRC accreditation preferred. 
  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize multiple projects. 
  
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues, research subjects, and study sponsor representatives. 
  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, under supervision, and be a team player. 
  
• Ability to adapt and respond appropriately to competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

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The hourly pay range for this position is from $27.01 to $38.45 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.