Oncology Data Specialist - Full Time - Fully Remote

About the position Responsibilities • Accurate prepares cancer registry case abstracts in a timely and complete manner meeting reporting requirements mandated by the American College of Surgeons, State of Georgia and the NGMC Cancer Committee. • Solicits and prepares cancer cases for physician presentation at designated Tumor Boards/Cancer Conferences according to ACOS standards and Continuing Medical Education requirements. • Ensures that all appropriate cancer cases presenting to hospital services are evaluated in a timely and accurate manner for inclusion in the cancer registry as prescribed by State of Georgia requirements and ACOS standards. • Develops/prepares special studies and reports using Cancer Registry data to meet Cancer Committee, State of Georgia, ACOS, clinical and administrative requirements. • Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives, and adheres to department policies procedures, quality, and safety standards. • Contributes routinely to his/her own professional growth and that of the department and professional colleagues. Requirements • High School Diploma or GED. • At least two years of medical experience in various capacities with additional experience in clerical work. • General knowledge of anatomy/physiology, case finding, abstracting and follow up procedures, medical terminology and general clerical and computer expertise. • Intermediate word processing speed at 50-60 wpm. • Time management skills. • Good interpersonal skills. Nice-to-haves • Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) certification. If not certified, willing to sit for Certified Tumor Registrar examination within 12 months of eligibility. • Associates Degree with emphasis on science or nursing courses. • Experience in cancer registry, medical records, and/or oncology discipline. Apply tot his job