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Boston Medical Center

Cancer Registrar

$26.92 - $37.74/hr

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

... registry operations as directed by Senior Cancer Registrar and in compliance with facility needs, State and Commission on Cancer requirements. Remote work opportunity. Position: Cancer Registrar ...

Boston Medical Center

Cancer Registrar

$26.92 - $37.74/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... registry operations as directed by Senior Cancer Registrar and in compliance with facility needs, State and Commission on Cancer requirements. Remote work opportunity. Position: Cancer Registrar ...

Saint Luke's Hospital System

Efficiently operates the registry software system, helps design and develop cancer management and ... No weekends * Fully Remote Why Saint Luke's?: * Saint Luke's offers competitive salaries and ...

Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City

Efficiently operates the registry software system, helps design and develop cancer management and ... No weekends * Fully Remote Why Saint Luke's?: * Saint Luke's offers competitive salaries and ...

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How much do remote cancer registry abstractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote cancer registry abstractor in the United States is $25.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote cancer registry abstractor?

A Remote Cancer Registry Abstractor is a healthcare professional responsible for reviewing medical records and extracting key data related to cancer diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes. This data is entered into cancer registries to support research, reporting, and compliance with state and national regulations. The role is performed remotely, requiring strong knowledge of oncology terminology, medical coding, and registry software. Abstractors help ensure accurate, high-quality data collection to support cancer surveillance and treatment advancements.

What are some common challenges faced by remote cancer registry abstractors, and how can they be managed?

Remote Cancer Registry Abstractors often face challenges such as interpreting complex medical records from various sources and ensuring absolute accuracy in data entry despite working independently. Adapting to evolving reporting standards and staying up to date with software or regulatory changes can also be demanding. Many organizations support their abstractors through ongoing training, regular team meetings, and access to knowledgeable supervisors for consultation. By actively participating in professional development and leveraging collaboration tools, abstractors can effectively manage these challenges while maintaining high data quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote cancer registry abstractor?

To thrive as a Remote Cancer Registry Abstractor, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, oncology, and data abstraction—often supported by a Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential and relevant healthcare experience. Familiarity with cancer registry software, electronic health records (EHRs), and compliance standards such as HIPAA are typically required. Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, and excellent written communication skills help individuals excel in this remote role. These skills ensure accurate data capture, regulatory compliance, and the ability to work effectively without direct supervision.

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Infographic showing various Remote Cancer Registry Abstractor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,155 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Cancer Registrar Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) (Partial Remote)

Community Hospital of The Monterey Peninsula

Remote

$35.93 - $48.06/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 hours ago

Job description

Welcome to Montage Health's application process!

Job Description:

Partial Remote - Required to work onsite 2-days per week.

Position Summary

Under the leadership of the Department Director and Assistant Director, the Cancer Registrar Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) is responsible for managing and analyzing clinical cancer information for the purpose of processing, maintain, compiling and reporting health information for research, quality management/improvement, monitoring patient outcomes, cancer program development, cancer prevention and surveillance, survival data, compliance of reporting standards, evaluation of the results of treatment, and national accreditation standards. The ODS is responsible for the preparation of abstracts, follow-up cases and accession into the Registry all oncology patients treated or diagnosed within Montage Health. Completing oncology studies as requested by physicians and/or the Cancer Committee and the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer; and preparing material for the Cancer Conferences (Tumor Boards) and CHOMP Cancer Committee meetings. Submitting accurate date to the CA State Cancer Registry and the National Cancer database.

Key Responsibilities

Case Abstraction: Collect, interpret, and document comprehensive cancer-related data from patient records, including diagnosis, staging, treatment, and follow-up information.

Data Management: Maintain accurate and timely data entry into cancer registry databases using appropriate software (e.g., Cancer Registry software systems like OncoLog).

Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with national and state reporting requirements, submit timely data to central cancer registries.

Quality Assurance: Participate in data quality reviews, audits, and cancer program activities, ensuring the integrity of the cancer registry data.

Follow-Up: Coordinate long-term follow-up of patients for survival analysis and ongoing reporting.

Tumor Board Coordination: Assist in organizing tumor board conferences; ensure accurate case presentations and follow-up on outcomes.

Stay up to date with changes in coding standards, staging guidelines (SEER), and registry operations; assist in training new registry staff as needed

Experience

At least two years' experience as a Cancer Registrar/ODS is Preferred. Previous experience in a health-related field, preferably medical records, medical office, or nursing.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with additional course in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology preferred.

Licensure/Certifications
Must be an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) through the National Cancer Registrar's Association (NCRA) or in process of becoming eligible to take ODS-C exam. Must maintain annual CEUs as required by NCRA and Montage Health.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Assigned Work Hours:

Full Time, day shift Mon-Fri

Hybrid (partial remote) - Required to work onsite 2-days per week

Position Type:

Regular

Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience):

$35.93

to

$48.06

The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.

Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.82Hourly Night Shift Differential: $4.23

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