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Oncology Data Lead - FCDS Specialist
(Official HR Title: Lead Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) - Cancer Program Office)
Note on Job Title: We are marketing this position as Oncology Data Lead - FCDS Specialist to better reflect the modern scope and duties of the role. Please note that the formal internal HR designation is Lead Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR).
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Director, the Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) ensures compliance
with Florida Cancer Data Systems reporting regulations and standards related to oncology
information and management and documentation requirements. Abstract all reportable cancers
required by the FCDS as required under State of Florida Law and the National American
Association of Central Cancer Registries (NAACCR).
Supervises certified and non-certified cancer registrars and is responsible for staff orientation,
training, assigning work schedules and other assignments. The Lead Tumor Registrar will take
the lead in the planning and implementation of Cancer Program Quality and Performance
Improvement studies including identifying the criteria, procedures, data collection, data
submission, reporting and follow up.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES
1. Manage cancer registry information systems to maintain the data repository and create
necessary reporting mechanisms.
2. Manage and analyze registry data for the purposes of quality, education, research,
outcomes, productivity, and registry reporting compliance.
3. Participate in the research process through identification of population to be surveyed,
determination of data collection methodologies, and performance of data analysis,
editing and formatting of reports.
4. Ensure new hire associates receive a comprehensive orientation and training to job
duties, customer service standards and general performance expectations.
5. Initiates appropriate case finding techniques to capture reportable cases for the creation
and maintenance of a complete and valid data base by utilizing appropriate computer
data bases which include but are not limited to: Medical disease indices for all admission
types, Daily pathology, cytology, autopsy reports, Electronic Medical Record.
6. Maintains the Florida Cancer Data Systems standards in collecting and analyzing data
on all reportable diagnoses.
7. Maintains annual renewal to FCDS IDEAS system for continued assignment of
abstractor's initials and access password allowing access to the facility Abstract
Reporting submission software, Master Patient Indices, QC Review, Case Force
Applications and ACHA annually.
8. Unmatched, Death Match case review lists and other FCDS systems which may be
added as needed when determined necessary by FCDS IDEAS system.
9. Maintains and monitors abstracting quality, coding, follow-up, and data processing
procedures by the utilization of the coding guidelines as set forth in the ICD-O, Florida
Cancer Data Systems, DAM Manual, other approved references as indicated.
10. Ensure Cancer Conference minutes are documentation.
11. Reviews and revises the policy and procedure manual annually ensuring compliance
with state and national standards.
Work Experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Education: Associate's degree in allied health field.
• Work Experience: Three (3) years of recent experience as Certified Tumor Registrar
(CTR) and/or Oncology Data Specialist (ODS).
• Licensure: None
• Certification: Oncology Data Specialist Certification and/or formerly known as Certified
Tumor Registrar from the National Cancer Registry.
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
o Proficient in Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
o Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
o Strong critical thinking skills.
o Strong communication skills and professional presence.
o Ability to maintain composure in stressful office environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Education: Bachelor's degree in allied health field.
• Work Experience: Five (5) years of recent experience as a Certified Tumor Registrar
(CTR) and/or Oncology Data Specialist (ODS).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Majority of time involves sitting or standing; occasional walking, bending, stooping.
• Long periods of computer time or at workstation.
• Light work that may include lifting or moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without
assistance.
• May be exposed to inside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting
and/or low to moderate noise.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require
use of personal vehicle
Benefits
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together,
we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our
associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.
Schedule : Full-Time
Shift Times : 800am430pm
Paygrade : 34