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    Tumor Registrar-PD - Stamford, United States - The Stamford Hospital

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    Stamford Health, a well-established, award-winning Healthcare System with multiple locations in CT has an opportunity for a Per Diem Tumor Registrar.

    As a new Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent in order to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:


    • Competitive salary
    • Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one
    • Wellness programs
    • Paid Time Off accruals
    • Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Free on-site parking

    JOB SUMMARY


    Under the supervision of the Cancer Program Manager, the Oncology Data Specialist- Certified (ODS-C) is responsible for the collection, management, and analysis of data on persons with the diagnosis of a malignant or neoplastic (cancer).

    Oncology Data Specialists analyze complex patient cancer data, abstract, code and report cancer statistics.

    The Oncology Data Specialist must ensure accuracy, consistency, completeness, and quality of the cancer data that is abstracted for use in cancer control, survival, epidemiological research, public health program planning and patient care improvement.

    The ODS-C uses recognized cancer disease coding classifications (ICD-0, etc.) staging conventions and methodologies, they must identify, code, stage, and collect treatment and survival information for each patient.

    The ODS-C must use SEER ICD-10 case-finding codes and standard setter techniques to identify cases.

    They must understand the morphology of the disease, staging criteria, treatment modalities, and evidence based NCCN guidelines to accurately abstract each patient record.


    The ODS participate in quality performance improvement activities as needed regarding coding accuracy, completeness, data quality and integrity; identify issues in correct sequencing of codes.


    MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/CRITICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Review and utilize multiple case finding methods. Apply case finding methodologies to ensure that every cancer case is captured and reported.
    • Review and analyze cases marked for abstraction. Determine class of case, and code and abstract accordingly. Using various staging methodologies apply staging criteria as appropriate.
    • Abstracts and codes data from source documents in the EMR into specialized medical software with supporting narrative information for, patient demographics, diagnostic procedures, history and extent of disease, treatments, outcomes, follow-up data, physicians, and related information from various medical records.
    • Assign appropriate codes for treatments, procedures and diagnoses according to coding requirements, classification systems and standard setters. Review data for completeness, consistency, and accuracy, pursuing additional information from data sources as necessary; updates/corrects data as needed.
    • Ability to perform data searches and produce reports from the cancer registry software database. Assign appropriate codes for treatments, procedures and diagnoses according to coding requirements, classification systems and standard setters. Review data for completeness, consistency, and accuracy, pursuing additional information from data sources as necessary; updates/corrects data as needed.
    • Assists with patient follow-up to ensure that the Cancer Registry is following Commission on Cancer Standards, NAPBC, as well as State of Connecticut Tumor Registry requirements.
    • Provides Cancer Program Manager with weekly progress report of activities performed.
    • Maintains Oncology Data Specialist certification ( previously Certified Tumor Registrar) credentials by participating in professional educational opportunities in accordance with the National Cancer Registrars Association continuing education requirements.
    • Assists with maintaining Rapid Quality Reporting System (RQRS) and Central Clinical Participant Registry (C3PR) data.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested to maintain a high level of service.
    • Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
    • Demonstrates professional work behavior by following Service Standards and Success factors. Complies with departmental organizational policies and procedures and adheres to external agency requirements.

    QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

    • Oncology Data Specialist (previously Cert Tumor Registrar (CTR)) certification required.
    • At least three years' experience as a certified ODS (CTR) required. Proficient in STORE Data Standards (FORDS), ICD-O Coding, AJCC TNM, Collaborative Staging and Surveillance, Epidemiology, End Results (SEER) staging, multiple primary and histology coding
    • Excellent organizational skills with good follow through, investigative/analytic skills with detail orientation. Ability to achieve productivity goals under pressure.
    • Ability to work independently; must be accountable, detailed-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
    • Strong computer skills with experience in EMR and cancer registry software required. (i.e., ARIA, Oncolog, Meditech, EPIC, E-Clinical Works, Centricity) with a strong interest and ability to work with large amounts of computerized information.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
    • We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the diversity of the community and patients we serve.

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