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Yale New Haven Health

Oncology Data Specialist

New Haven, CT · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

... oncology information from a variety of internal and external (paper and electronic) data sources in ... Must have excellent organizational skills and investigative analytic skills with detail orientation.

Yale New Haven Health

Oncology Data Specialist

New Haven, CT · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

... oncology information from a variety of internal and external (paper and electronic) data sources in ... Must have excellent organizational skills and investigative analytic skills with detail orientation.

Yale New Haven Health

Oncology Data Specialist

New Haven, CT · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

... oncology information from a variety of internal and external (paper and electronic) data sources in ... Must have excellent organizational skills and investigative analytic skills with detail orientation.

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for oncology data analyst in the United States is $82,640.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $97,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Oncology Data Analyst is a professional who collects, analyzes, and interprets cancer-related data to support research, treatment outcomes, and healthcare decision-making. They work with electronic health records, clinical databases, and statistical tools to identify trends and improve cancer care. Their role is essential in ensuring data accuracy, compliance with regulatory standards, and generating insights for oncologists, researchers, and healthcare administrators.

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To thrive as an Oncology Data Analyst, a strong background in statistics, data management, and clinical research—often supported by a degree in a related field such as biostatistics or public health—is essential. Proficiency with data analysis tools like SQL, SAS, R, or Python, as well as familiarity with healthcare databases and regulatory standards such as HIPAA, is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication skills help analysts excel at interpreting complex data and presenting findings to multidisciplinary teams. These skills are critical for ensuring data integrity, supporting evidence-based oncology care, and contributing to impactful research outcomes.

What are some typical challenges an oncology data analyst might face in their day-to-day work?

Oncology Data Analysts often encounter challenges such as ensuring high data accuracy when working with large, complex healthcare datasets and maintaining compliance with strict privacy regulations. They may also need to reconcile data from multiple sources or formats, which can require creative problem-solving and advanced technical skills. Additionally, balancing timely reporting with meticulous validation is crucial, especially when supporting clinical trials or research projects. Being able to effectively communicate findings to clinicians and researchers, who may have varying levels of technical expertise, is also a key aspect of the job.

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Oncology Data Specialist

Yale New Haven Health

New Haven, CT • On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

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Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Abstracts by collecting, summarizing, and coding detailed demographic and clinical oncology information from a variety of internal and external (paper and electronic) data sources in accordance with reporting requirements of the Connecticut Tumor Registry and data standards for the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer accreditation on all reportable cases. Performs other duties as requested by manager.
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Responsibilities
  • 1. Collects, summarizes and abstracts clinical oncology information from a variety of internal and external (paper and electronic) medical data sources directly into tumor registry software system and/or associated databases according to established procedures. Reviews the finalized record for errors and completeness and submits for quality review by the Senior Medical Abstractor or Manager
    • 1.1 At least five patient records per day must be abstracted and entered into the computer and edit checked successfully in order to achieve the minimum standard.
  • 2. Maintains lifetime follow-up data on each tumor registry patient as required at specified points by the Connecticut Tumor Registry and teh American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer
    • 2.1 Complete follow-up data including vital status and disease status on each patient record abstracted.
  • 3. Assists in special studies and or other assignments requested by the Connecticut Tumor Registry and/or the Commission on Cancer and/or by the managers
    • 3.1 Complete accurate data are submitted by the established deadline for each special study in which the facility is requested to participate.
  • 4. Maintain and monitor security and confidentiality of patient information.
    • 4.1 Will report information about patients in accordance with Yale New Haven Hospital Policy, Connecticut Law and HIPAA privacy rule. Confidentiality will be adhered to when mailing, faxing or discussing cases over the telephone and an accounting of disclosure for any protected health information will be documented in the tumor registry software when necessary.
  • 5. Ensures accuracy and quality of data and participates in data quality review as needed by developing and maintaining knowledge of SEER and CoC data standards and coding instructions used to describe all reportable cases in the tumor registry.
    • 5.1 Attend and/or participate in tumor boards, at least monthly.

Qualifications
EDUCATION
Two (2) years of college or equivalent experience supplemented by courses in medical terminology and anatomy-physiology required. Certifed Tumor Registrar required.
EXPERIENCE
Two years experience in medical abstracting and/or experience in tumor registry or equivalent. Knowledge of oncology disease process, anatomy/physiology, pathology and medical terminology is required. Exeperience in using Elekta IMPAC's METRIQ or similiar tumor registry software system. Knwoledge of International Classification of Diseases for Oncology (ICD-O), American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) Staging Manual, Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results (SEER), and teh Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards (FORDS) of the Commission on Cancer is preferred.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Intermediate to advanced keyboarding/data entry skills; intermediate to advance skills using Windows-based software (e.g. Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, and Power Point preferred). Must have excellent organizational skills and investigative analytic skills with detail orientation.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
No special conditions
YNHHS Requisition ID
160239

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