[Hiring] Cancer Registry Registrar @Denver Health

Role Description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Cancer Registry Registrar to join our team! Under general supervision, responsible for the ERS/Oncolog Tumor Registry System. Compiles and maintains statistical diagnostic and treatment information on all cancer patients. Performs all functions of Denver Health's Cancer Registry, including:

• Case finding
• Case coding and abstracting
• Follow-up
• Data entry
• State and all other required data reporting
• Cancer Conference (Tumor Boards)

Disseminates information in accordance with professional ethics and ensures confidential information integrity. Sends state reports once a month. Attends and prepares agenda for Tumor Conference once per week. Attends Cancer Committee once per month. Oversees the daily operation of the Cancer Registry and ensures compliance with all requirements to achieve and maintain an accredited cancer program as set forth by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. Supports preparation of annual reports, patient care evaluation studies, and calls for data as required. Creates special reports as requested.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Typically two years of experience in a Cancer Registry field, specifically with data collection required.
• One year of medical coding experience preferred.
• CTR or ODS-c certification through NCRA required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Tumor Registry laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Participate in training workshops, department and section meetings.
• Maintain current CE hours in order to maintain CTR or ODS-c.
• Possess good computer keyboarding skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and how to use it for email and calendar functions.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Capable of reading and interpreting coding guidelines and making subsequent coding decisions.
• Knowledgeable in researching coding related topics and issues.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer + free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer