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Oncology Data Specialist - Cancer Coordination

Florence, SC, United States (remote)

Join a high performing Cancer Coordination Team committed to Excellence in Oncology Data.

Why McLeod Health

McLeod Health is the region's destination for medical excellence. Our excellence extends from the Midlands to the Coast along the border of North and South Carolina - serving more than one million people. As medical needs grow - we grow, expand, and improve our facilities and services. The McLeod Health network is comprised of 7 hospitals with locations in Florence, Dillon, Manning, Cheraw, Loris, Little River, and Myrtle Beach.

Founded over a century ago, McLeod is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system that features the strength of more than 900 members of medical staff, 2,900 registered nurses, and more than 18,000 team members. McLeod constantly seeks to improve patient care with efforts that are physician-led, data-driven, and evidence-based.

Our Mission & Vision

• Mission: To improve the overall health and well-being of people living within South Carolina and eastern North Carolina by providing excellence in health care.
• Vision: To be the region's choice for medical excellence. 

Our Values: The Foundation of Who We Are

At McLeod Health, we are guided by four core values that shape how we care for our patients and each other:

• THE VALUE OF CARING: Our professionals don't focus solely on their jobs. They embrace opportunities to respond with compassion, offering not only medical care but also personal, emotional, and responsive care to the needs of our patients.
• THE VALUE OF THE PERSON: In life's most profound moments, the people of McLeod are committed to sharing a generosity of spirit with each individual patient and cheerfully offering courtesy, resilience, and respect.
• THE VALUE OF QUALITY: For more than 100 years, McLeod has been the choice for medical excellence. Our mission requires us to have highly skilled personnel and a spectrum of advanced technology.
• THE VALUE OF INTEGRITY: We expect people who are part of the McLeod Health family to display honesty, wisdom, discipline, and an intense desire to accept the responsibility of care for patients and their families. 

What You'll Do:

• Performs duties in alignment with the Oncology Data Specialist competency framework and organizational Service Excellence standards. 

• Manages Cancer Registry operations to ensure compliance with Medical Staff requirements and ACoS/CoC standards. 

• Abstracts, codes, and analyzes oncology data per national registry standards, including timely case completion, accurate staging and treatment coding, and identification of reportable cases. 

• Maintains confidentiality and integrity of patient health information. 

• Conducts compliant longterm patient followup through provider and patient outreach. 

• Supports Cancer Committee functions, cancer conferences, and multidisciplinary activities. 

• Communicates registry guideline updates and performs quality assurance activities, including case review and reabstraction. 

• Participates in special studies and quality initiatives as required. 

• Prepares, submits, and maintains accurate oncology data reports for internal and external stakeholders, including state and national cancer databases. 

• Provides guidance and support to entrylevel Oncology Data Specialists as assigned.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule That Supports Work-Life Balance

Enjoy a stable, full-time schedule (72 hours biweekly) remote position.

What You Bring:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Associate's degree in Cancer Registry Management from an NCRAaccredited program, including successful completion of an NCRAaccredited practicum

OR

• Associate's degree (or a minimum of 60 collegelevel credits) in any field, plus completion of an NCRAaccredited Certificate in Cancer Registry Management, including successful completion of an NCRAaccredited practicum

OR

• Associate's degree (or a minimum of 60 collegelevel credits), plus:
  1. Two semesters of Human Anatomy and Physiology, and
  2. 1,950 hours (equivalent to one year fulltime) of documented cancer registry work experience

Certification

• Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credential preferred
• Candidates not certified at time of hire must be eligible for and obtain ODS certification within two (2) years of hire, in accordance with NCRA eligibility requirements and exam availability

Conditional Qualifications / Education in Progress

• Candidates actively enrolled in an NCRAaccredited Cancer Registry Management degree or certificate program may be considered, provided all NCRA educational and practicum requirements are completed within two (2) years of hire

Live & Work in Historic Florence, SC

Join us in Florence, South Carolina, a charming and growing community that serves as a regional hub for healthcare, commerce, and culture. Enjoy a low cost of living, excellent schools, and a strong sense of Southern hospitality. With easy access to both the Grand Strand beaches (just an hour away) and the cultural offerings of nearby metropolitan areas, Florence offers the perfect blend of small-town comfort and big-city convenience. Experience a welcoming community that truly values the exceptional work our healthcare heroes do every day.

About Our Team

If you are looking for a dynamic environment where you can collaborate with a stellar team of professionals dedicated to excellence, we invite you to apply. Become part of a locally owned, not-for-profit organization where your work is meaningful, your growth is supported, and your contributions are truly valued.

McLeod Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.