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ABSTRACTOR ASSO/I/II/III

Chicago, IL ยท On-site +1

$113K - $144K/yr

Clinical and Pathological Staging; SEER Summary Staging and First Course Treatment Coding and ... REMOTE WORK allowed in the following states: AL,AZ,AR,GA,ID,IN,IA,KS,LA,MS,MO,MT,NC,OH,OK,SC,SD,TN ...

HSS has a proven history of placing talented healthcare professionals in clinical and non-clinical ... Assists Manager in training abstractor staff and participates in the medical record IRR. Identifies ...

Quality Data Abstractor

New Lenox, IL ยท On-site +1

$32.81 - $41.83/hr

Abstracts, validates, and reports clinical information from electronic medical records to support ... Days, Remote, ability to be on site 3-4 times per month as needed Department: QUALITY RESOURCE ...

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How much do remote clinical abstractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote clinical abstractor in the United States is $28.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges remote clinical abstractors face, and how can they effectively manage them?

Remote Clinical Abstractors often encounter challenges such as interpreting varying medical documentation styles, ensuring data accuracy, and navigating different electronic health record (EHR) systems. To manage these challenges, it's important to stay organized, maintain up-to-date knowledge of clinical terminology, and frequently communicate with team members or supervisors when clarifications are needed. Many successful abstractors also develop strong time management skills to handle multiple cases and meet project deadlines while working independently.

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

To thrive as a Remote Clinical Abstractor, you need a background in healthcare, strong knowledge of medical terminology, and experience with medical record review, often supported by a relevant degree or certification (such as RHIA or RHIT). Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, clinical data abstraction software, and compliance standards like HIPAA is typically required. Excellent attention to detail, time management, and clear written communication are crucial soft skills for accurately extracting and reporting clinical information from records. These competencies ensure the accurate and secure abstraction of critical patient data, supporting quality assurance, research, and regulatory reporting in healthcare organizations.

What is a remote clinical abstractor?

A Remote Clinical Abstractor is a healthcare professional who reviews and extracts key information from medical records and clinical documents, typically working from a remote location. Their main responsibilities include identifying relevant clinical data, coding diagnoses and procedures, and ensuring data accuracy for research, quality improvement, or regulatory purposes. Remote Clinical Abstractors often work for hospitals, research organizations, or healthcare data companies, and must be detail-oriented with a strong understanding of medical terminology and health records systems.
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Infographic showing various Remote Clinical Abstractor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Locum Tenens, 2% Internship, 79% As Needed, 9% Temporary, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 60% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 38% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,955 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

ABSTRACTOR ASSO/I/II/III

Moffitt

Chicago, IL โ€ข On-site, Remote

$113K - $144K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times' Top Workplaces.

Summary

Responsible for rapid data abstraction in the Cancer Registry in compliance with the American College of Surgeon's, Commission on Cancer accreditation program and the mandated reporting requirements of the Florida State Cancer Registry (FCDS). Responsible for data retrieval, data comprehension and data integration in the full spectrum of all disease sites of cancer (Diagnosis; Clinical and Pathological Staging; SEER Summary Staging and First Course Treatment Coding and classification). Technical qualifications including knowledge of the disease process, diagnostic methods and procedures, composition of the health record, data interpretation, and statistical and analytical skills. Skilled in the use of the following standardized coding and classification sets: International Classification of Diseases for Oncology (ICD-O), Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program (SEER) Multiple Primary and Histology rule set, Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program (SEER) Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Neoplasm Coding Manual and Database, Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program (SEER) RX - Interactive Drug Database, American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) TNM direct staging of all cancer sites, Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards (FORDS), and the Florida Cancer Data System (FCDS) Data Acquisition Manual.**REMOTE WORK allowed in the following states: AL,AZ,AR,GA,ID,IN,IA,KS,LA,MS,MO,MT,NC,OH,OK,SC,SD,TN,TX,UT,VA,WY Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL is recruiting for a Cancer Registry Abstractor.For Florida residents and other select states, this full-time remote position offers a flexible work arrangement after successful completion of the 90-day introductory period. Position tiersmay vary according to experience. The Cancer Registry department at Moffitt Cancer Center is dedicated to the provision of timely, complete data of the highest standards of quality. Abstractorsare responsible forreviewing all available information and capturing a high-quality comprehensive data set in compliance with the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (ACS/CoC), the Florida Cancer Data System (FCDS), and the business needs of the department.Responsible for abstracting demographic information, medical history, diagnostic findings, cancer management information, first course of treatment, and survival information from patients' medical records and other sources accurately into the Cancer Registry database. A successful candidate willpossess: AnOncology Data Specialist (ODS)credential for all tiers A commitment to professionalism, high standards of quality, effective communication skills, and flexibility. Thorough knowledge ofstate (FCDS) and national Cancer Registry data collection reporting requirements. Accurate interpretation of the medical record including, but not limited to, operative, pathology, radiology,lab,and autopsy reports. Familiaritywith abstracting processes,principles,and data standards. Familiaritywith characteristics ofdiverse typesof cancers, including typical disease progression, and relativeprognoses, and national standards of care. Knowledge ofmedical oncology terminology;proficiencywith cancer registry databases, word processing software, and Windows-based operatingsystems; goodjudgment in prioritizing work to meet department goals,standards,and deadlines. Experienceusingdatabase technology and EMR (Electronic Medical Record) system(s). Education and experience requirementsper tier: ***Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) Certification required Abstractor Associate: HS (High School) Diploma with Course work in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology or equivalent experience in an allied health fieldrequired. Abstractor I: Associate'sdegree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Computer Science, or other related field PLUS1 year ofhospital-basedcancer registryexperience.HS (High School)Diploma PLUS 3 years ofhospital-basedcancer registry experiencemay be consideredin lieu of AA/AS Degree. Abstractor II: Associate'sdegree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Computer Science, or other related field PLUS3yearsofhospital-basedcancer registry experience.HS (High School)Diploma PLUS5years ofhospital-basedcancer registry experiencemay be consideredin lieu of AA/ASDegree. Abstractor III: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Computer Science, or other related field PLUS6years ofhospital-basedcancer registry experience.AA/AS Degree PLUS8 years ORHS (High School) Diplomawith 10additionalyearsof hospital-basedcancer registry experience in a CoC-approved program may be considered. Experience in a NCI Designated Cancerresearch facility and/or CoC-accredited program is a big PLUS.

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