Tumor Registrar
hace 1 día
Hicksville
The Tumor/Cancer Registrar is responsible for collecting, coding, and maintaining accurate cancer registry data to support patient care, research, and regulatory reporting. Responsibilities include reviewing medical records to identify reportable cancer cases, abstracting clinical information, coding diagnoses and treatments using established standards, ensuring data quality and completeness, and submitting data to state and national cancer registries. Responsibilities • Identify and review reportable cancer cases from medical records, pathology reports, and other clinical sources., • Abstract, code, and enter cancer data (diagnosis, treatment, staging, and outcomes) into the cancer registry database according to national standards., • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of cancer registry data through regular audits and quality checks., • Maintain and update patient demographic, clinical, and treatment information within registry systems., • Prepare and submit required reports to state and national cancer registries and regulatory agencies., • Collaborate with physicians, pathologists, and clinical staff to obtain missing information and clarify documentation., • Support cancer program initiatives, including quality improvement, accreditation requirements, and research activities., • Respond to data requests and assist with statistical reports related to cancer cases and outcomes., • Maintain confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations and registry guidelines., • Perform additional registry-related duties to support the cancer registry program and departmental operations. Qualifications: • Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) (formerly Certified Tumor Registrar – CTR) required., • High School Diploma or GED required., • 6–9 months of healthcare or medical registry experience preferred., • Experience using Epic for patient records and clinical data management., • Familiarity with METRIQ or similar cancer registry software for oncology data abstraction and reporting., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, and patients., • Proficiency in keyboarding and basic computer applications for accurate data entry and record management., • Ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, exercise sound judgment, and adapt in a fast-paced healthcare environment., • Effective written and verbal English communication skills for documentation and professional correspondence. Important Details: • This is a fully remote position. No need to work onsite, • 9-week contract position (possibly extended), • 5x8 hrs. Days shift Mon – Fri, 40 hrs/week, • Location is Hicksville, NY, • Hourly Pay Range - $40 - $45 Call to Action: • Spots Are Filling Quickly — Apply Now! Company Description: Pride Global and its affiliates, including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, Pride Now, and Pride One, offer eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors. Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010. As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Pride Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We comply with all applicable nondiscrimination laws enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).