Oncology Data Specialist - Trainee

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Summary
Completes required training and training hours to qualify to take the certification examinations to become a Certified Tumor Registrar.

Job Duties

• Completes abstracting of all cancer primary sites following established abstracting rules and guidelines while under supervision.
• Completes follow-up, recurrence, and treatment information and records data in the appropriate location on abstract cases.
• Reads all abstracting textbooks and online AJCC manual, STORE manual, Pennsylvania Cancer Registry Manual, SSDI, Solid Tumor Rules, SEER Hematopoietic Database, and SEER Drug Database, Be able to apply rules, concepts, and instructions when abstracting cases (with supervision).
• Reviews weekly pathology reports for newly diagnosed cancer cases and establishes appropriate primary site and histology codes for data entry on the suspense list.
• Reads and completes all SEER training modules.
• Learn the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer Program Standards, National Accreditation Program for Breast Cancer (NAPBC) Standards, National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC) Program Standards, and the National Quality Measures for Breast Cancer (NQMBC) quality metrics/measures.
• Learn the processes involved in the preparation of Multidisciplinary Cancer Case Conferences. Attends all Multidisciplinary Cancer Case Conferences and required educational activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Health Information Management and
• Two semesters of Human Anatomy and Human Physiology
• Ability to use department software applications.
• Develops ability to navigate electronic medical records system and performs all abstract related data entry functions.
• Knowledge of tumor registry theory and operations.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and develop and maintain working relationships with physicians, department staff, and others concerned with cancer registry activities.

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

1240 S Cedar Crest Blvd

Primary Location:

Allentown - 1240 S Cedar Crest

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

7am - 330 pm

Department:

1004-09307 COH - Cancer Data Management