Remote Cancer Registry Abstractor Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Oncology Data Specialist credential (formerly known as CTR - Certified Tumor Registrar) required upon hire

This position is completely remote

The Oncology Data Specialist II is responsible for abstracting and timely submission of cancer tumor registry
data for multiple UH hospitals.

What You Will Do
Conducts accurate and complete cancer case ascertainment according to the requirements of the
American College of Surgeons and the State of Ohio.
Codes, classifies and indexes stage of disease and treatment information. Runs audits to ensure quality
of cancer registry data.
Participates in the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC) planning activities and
understands CoC standards.
Maintains a maximum abstracting delay of 6 months from the date of diagnosis.
Maintains case follow up rate as required per CoC standards.
Assists in the training and mentoring of cancer registry employees.
Compiles reports based on registry data in response to requests from physicians and administration.
Advises researchers and clinicians on registry source data details.
Coordinates and participates in cancer registry special projects.
Meets department productivity and accuracy standards.

Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during
orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for
our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to
address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education Qualifications
Associate's Degree preferably in allied health (Required)

Experience Qualifications
1 years of cancer registry, medical records, or coding experience (Required) and
less than 1 year excellent knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology (Required) and
less than 1 year experience working in a large, academic medical center or multi-hospital health system
(Preferred)

Skills and Abilities
Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Project (Required
proficiency)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to efficiently interact with all levels of
individuals within the organization (Required proficiency)
Self motivated, organized and detail oriented (Required proficiency)
Ability to multi task and problem solve (Required proficiency)
Adheres to deadlines (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications
Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) (Required Upon Hire)
Physical Demands
Standing - Occasionally
Walking - Occasionally
Sitting - Constantly
Lifting - Rarely (up to 20 lbs)
Carrying - Rarely (up to 20 lbs)
Pushing - Rarely (up to 20 lbs)
Pulling - Rarely (up to 20 lbs)