Role Description
The Tumor Registrar - Certified oversees the workflow of the department to ensure all regulatory agency deadlines are met. In addition, the Tumor Registrar - Certified facilitates the day-to-day management of schedules, provides guidance, mentorship, and oversight to less experienced staff, and tackles the more complex registrar functions.
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Identifies, requests, and reviews inpatient and outpatient medical records with the tumor registry eligibility criteria for data collection.
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Enters abstracted data into the database utilizing appropriate coding.
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Follows-up with physicians, healthcare providers, family members, patients, and other reliable sources for clarification of missing or incomplete information.
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Prepares statistical reports using abstracted data to assist with the preparation of charts, tables, and graphs for annual reports.
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Tracks and follows-up with cancer patients to determine current health status, and reports changes to required agencies.
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Maintains competency in all areas of the tumor registry through continuing education and professional associations.
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Establishes weekly productivity targets for staff.
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Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Qualifications
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Associated Degree (required)
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Bachelorβs degree in relevant field (preferred)
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Minimum 3 years of relevant experience (required)
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Certified ODS - Oncology Data Specialist
Requirements
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Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
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Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
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Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
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Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
Benefits
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Competitive salaries
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Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.