[Hiring] Oncology Data Specialist II @University Hospitals

Role Description

The Oncology Data Specialist II is responsible for abstracting and timely submission of cancer tumor registry data for multiple UH hospitals.

• Conducts accurate and complete cancer case ascertainment according to the requirements of the American College of Surgeons and the State of Ohio.
• Codes, classifies and indexes stage of disease and treatment information.
• Runs audits to ensure quality of cancer registry data.
• Participates in the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC) planning activities and understands CoC standards.
• Maintains a maximum abstracting delay of 6 months from the date of diagnosis.
• Maintains case follow up rate as required per CoC standards.
• Assists in the training and mentoring of cancer registry employees.
• Compiles reports based on registry data in response to requests from physicians and administration.
• Advises researchers and clinicians on registry source data details.
• Coordinates and participates in cancer registry special projects.
• Meets department productivity and accuracy standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree preferably in allied health (Required)
• 1+ years of cancer registry, medical records, or coding experience (Required)
• Less than 1 year excellent knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology (Required)
• Less than 1 year experience working in a large, academic medical center or multi-hospital health system (Preferred)

Requirements

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Project (Required proficiency)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to efficiently interact with all levels of individuals within the organization (Required proficiency)
• Self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented (Required proficiency)
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve (Required proficiency)
• Adheres to deadlines (Required proficiency)
• Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) (Required Upon Hire)

Physical Demands

• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: Constantly
• Lifting: Rarely up to 20 lbs
• Carrying: Rarely up to 20 lbs
• Pushing: Rarely up to 20 lbs
• Pulling: Rarely up to 20 lbs
• Climbing: Rarely up to 20 lbs
• Balancing: Rarely
• Stooping: Rarely
• Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching: Rarely
• Crawling: Rarely
• Reaching: Rarely
• Handling: Occasionally
• Grasping: Occasionally
• Feeling: Rarely
• Talking: Constantly
• Hearing: Constantly
• Repetitive Motions: Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently

Travel Requirements

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