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Cancer Registry Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$84K - $110K/yr

S. achieving Magnet ® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National ... The Cancer Registry Manager demonstrates expertise in Cancer Registry functions. The Manager will ...

Cancer Registrar

$26.92 - $37.74/hr

Tumor Registry Schedule: Part Time JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: Associate's degree ( or equivalent ... Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) through the National Cancer Registrars Association's (NCRA) Council.

Cancer Registrar

$26.92 - $37.74/hr

Tumor Registry Schedule: Part Time JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: Associate's degree (or equivalent ... Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR ® ) through the National Cancer Registrars Association's (NCRA ...

Cancer Registrar

Chicago, IL · On-site

$29.36 - $47.79/hr

Submit required data to Illinois State Cancer Registry (monthly) from all applicable cases. 4.Report appropriate cancer cases to National Cancer Database (monthly) as required by agreement and ...

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This role will maintain accurate cancer registry data, ensuring all cancer cases are documented and reported in compliance with national standards. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Under general ...

This role will maintain accurate cancer registry data, ensuring all cancer cases are documented and reported in compliance with national standards. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Under general ...

Lead-Cancer Registrar

Rancho Mirage, CA · On-site

$33.73 - $51.24/hr

Responsible for leading the daily operations of the cancer registry. Analyzes clinical cancer information and independently completes patient abstracts in accordance with all national requirements ...

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What is the National Cancer Registry?

The National Cancer Registry is a centralized database that collects, manages, and analyzes information about cancer cases diagnosed within a specific country or region. Its main purpose is to track cancer incidence, monitor trends, and provide data to support cancer research, policy-making, and public health initiatives. By compiling detailed information about cancer types, patient demographics, and treatment outcomes, the registry helps improve cancer prevention, early detection, and care strategies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a National Cancer Registry professional?

To thrive as a National Cancer Registry professional, you need a solid background in health information management, data analysis, and cancer registry procedures, typically supported by a degree in health sciences and Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential. Familiarity with cancer registry software such as SEER*DMS, electronic health records (EHRs), and coding systems like ICD-O is crucial. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills help ensure accurate data collection and effective collaboration with healthcare providers. These competencies are vital to maintain precise cancer data, support research, and inform national cancer control efforts.

What are the main challenges faced by professionals working in a National Cancer Registry, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in a National Cancer Registry often encounter challenges such as maintaining data accuracy, managing a high volume of cancer case reports, and adapting to evolving reporting standards. Ensuring consistent and timely data collection from multiple healthcare facilities requires strong attention to detail and effective communication skills. Collaboration with clinicians, pathologists, and IT specialists is essential to resolve discrepancies, implement updates, and ensure data integrity. Ongoing training and use of advanced registry software can help streamline processes and improve the quality of collected data.
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Infographic showing various National Cancer Registry job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 76% In-person, 3% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution.

Cancer Data Compliance Specialist, Norton Cancer Registry - Onsite, Shifts Between 6a-6p

Norton Healthcare

Louisville, KY • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Responsibilities
*This is an onsite role in Louisville, Kentucky.*
This (in-person) position requires processing all outcome studies including data requests from physicians, Network Cancer Committee, Pediatric Cancer Committee, administration, marketing, business development, KY Cancer Registry, and other outside sources. The position requires a thorough knowledge of the Cancer Registry data system, the American College of Surgeons Cancer Program and the National Cancer Data Base. The Cancer Data Compliance Specialist will design and produce statistical reports/graphs as requested for outcome reporting. The Cancer Data Compliance Specialist will review cancer data abstracts for accuracy in analysis of cancer data and will assist in training cancer data analysts as necessary in quality issues, including new cancer data standards. The Cancer Data Compliance Specialist will be available to assist with abstracting data to maintain the minimal six month abstracting standard. The Cancer Data Compliance Specialist will process the quality initiatives of Norton Cancer Institute with the assistance of the Manager and Supervisor of the Registry. The position reports NCI's NCDB Annual Call for Data and Quality reporting.
Qualifications
Required:
  • Three years working with National Cancer Registry
  • Three years as Certified Tumor Registrar
  • Associate Degree
  • Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)

Desired:
  • Five years working with National Cancer Registry
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Registered Health Information Administrator OR Registered Health Information Technician

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Norton Healthcare is a not-for-profit hospital and health care system and is Louisville's second largest employer, with more than 18,000 employees, over 1,700 employed medical providers and approximately 2,000 total physicians on its medical staff. The system includes six hospitals (five in Louisville and one in Madison, Indiana) with 1,993 licensed beds, eight outpatient centers, 18 Norton Immediate Care Centers, eight Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens clinics and an expanded telehealth program. It provides care at more than 340 locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Louisville, KY, US

Year founded

1988