Certified Tumor Registrar - Cancer Registry - Hopewell - Full-Time - DAYS

divh2Cancer Registry Specialist/h2pCapital Health is the regions leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region./ppCapital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates./ppThe listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time)./ppPay Range:/pp$28.14 - $36.58/ppScheduled Weekly Hours:/pp40/ppPosition Overview/ppRequired: Must be certified tumor registrar (CTR)./ppSUMMARY Abstracts and codes cancer patient data accurately in compliance with the requirements of: American College of Surgeons - Commission on Cancer, the NJ State Cancer Registry, AJCC Cancer Staging System and the NCI SEER Summary Staging system. Conducts case finding and follow-up to ensure all reportable cases are identified and a 90% follow-up rate is maintained. Participates in activities related to cancer case conferences and Cancer Committee. Assists supervisor with data analysis and other activities as needed. Attends educational events to keep informed of changes in cancer registry reporting./ph2Essential Functions/h2ulliMaintains patient and employee confidentiality and security of stored patient data at all times./liliPerforms case-finding throughout Capital Health using appropriate standard setter criteria./liliAssigns accurately the stage of disease and clinical codes utilizing guidelines from Seer Summary staging guide, AJCC, ICD-O and WHO with higher than 90 percent accuracy./liliGenerates timely and appropriate follow-up as needed./liliContacts physicians, clinics, other hospitals and cancer registries for additional treatment and/or staging information to complete each abstract./liliGenerates accurate data and graphs as assigned or requested, in a timely manner depending on the complexity of the report./liliTransmits data to specific agencies as assigned./liliRecommends measures to correct any deficiencies./liliSupports all aspects of meetings efficiently including but not limited to: agenda, content, room set-up, A/V equipment management, etc. as needed or assigned./liliParticipates in activities related to cancer program development as needed. Adapts easily to changing department demands. Participates in and completes all job duties timely and accurately./liliDocuments all data requests and/or Q/A activity in the yearly Data Request / Q/A Log./liliPerforms other duties as assigned./li/ulpMinimum Requirements/pulliEducation: Associates Degree./liliTumor Registrar Certification required./liliExperience: One year abstracting experience in a hospital cancer registry required./liliKnowledge and Skills: Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates good organizational skills./liliSpecial Training: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Word). Proficient in METRIQ cancer registry software system preferred. RHIA/RHIT is helpful but not necessary./liliMental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Ability to prioritize and multi task and meet strict deadlines./li/ulh2Physical Demands and Work Environment/h2ulliFrequent physical demands include:/liliOccasional physical demands include: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities/liliContinuous physical demands include: Keyboard use/repetitive motion/liliLifting Floor to Waist 25 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs./liliSensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Minimal Hearing/liliAnticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Dust/Particulate Matter/li/ulpThis position is eligible for the following benefits:/pulliMedical Plan/liliPrescription drug coverage In-House Employee Pharmacy/liliDental Plan/liliVision Plan/liliFlexible Spending Account (FSA)/liliRetirement Savings and Investment Plan/liliBasic Group Term Life and Accidental Death Dismemberment (ADD) Insurance/liliSupplemental Group Term Life Accidental Death Dismemberment Insurance/liliDisability Benefits Long Term Disability (LTD)/liliDisability Benefits Short Term Disability (STD)/liliEmployee Assistance Program/liliCommuter Transit/liliCommuter Parking/liliSupplemental Life Insurance/liliVoluntary Life Spouse/liliVoluntary Life Employee/liliVoluntary Life Child/liliVoluntary Legal Services/liliVoluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance/liliVoluntary Identity Theft Insurance/liliVoluntary Pet Insurance/liliPaid Time-Off Program/li/ulpThe pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level./ppThe salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria./p/div