Tumor Registrar - Chester, United States - Crozer Health

Description

Position Summary:

Maintains and coordinates all functions of an active tumor registry that includes initial assessment, on-going assessment, data abstraction, data entry and follow-up of all patients admitted to the Medical Center with a diagnosis of cancer.

Performs duties in support of the Medical Center mission to ensure the highest quality of patient care in an economically sound and efficient manner.

Education and Training:

2-4 years college education in Health Records or LPN/RN program preferred.

Experience:

3-5 years health care setting with previous technical experience preferred.

2 years previous tumor registry experience preferred.

Registration, Licensure and/or Certification:

CTR preferred. ART, RRA, LPN, RN required.

Skills:

Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.

Clinical Medicine.

Computer experience.

Detail oriented.

Mandated and Permissive Reporter Training required