Cancer Registry Administrator

Cancer Registry Administrator

Location: Indianapolis, IN 46204 Duration: 5+ Months Hybrid work schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) 37.5 hours a week, 7.5 hours a day

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Files incoming cancer data reports from healthcare facilities (electronically stores faxed, mailed information).
• Conducts death clearance follow back (detailed guidance and orientation will be provided, this task starts in April).
• Conducts data pull for virtually pooled registry requests from the research community or national agencies for approved studies (guidance and orientation will be provided).
• Updates cancer reporting healthcare facility contact information in software systems SEER*DMS, Web Plus.
• Participates in developing registry policies and procedures to standardize operations (co-write SOPs under guidance).

Job Requirements:

• Proficiency in using computers (Microsoft Enterprise - Word, Excel, Teams) and ability to quickly learn and use new software systems. Bachelor's degree is required.
• High preference to those certified as an Oncology Data Specialist (formerly Certified Tumor Registrar, CTR) and/or work experience as a cancer registrar.
• Minimum two years of work experience in roles related to collecting and managing data in health care or health care administration.
• Ability to compose technically accurate correspondence and reports using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to attend to detail and maintain accuracy and confidentiality.
• Teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

No supervisory responsibilities will be required.

Difficulty of Work:

Work involves standardized operations requiring application of pertinent agency policies, laws, and regulations to specific varying cases.

Responsibility:

Incumbent works independently.

Personal Work Relationships:

This individual will be expected to partner with agency personnel and related stakeholders' working towards completion of assigned functions. Exceptional customer service is provided to agency partners and/or the public.

Physical Effort:

Standard office work. This position is full time, 5 days a week, to accumulate no more than 37.5 hours a week (hybrid, 3 days a week from the office and 2 days a week remote).

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field (healthcare administration, public health, etc.)
• Minimum two years of experience in roles related to data collection and management in healthcare or healthcare administration
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Enterprise tools (Word, Excel, Teams)
• Experience in collecting and managing data in healthcare or health administration settings
• Familiarity w/confidentiality & privacy regulations related to healthcare data w/ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with ability to multi-task and work independently
• Certified as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS), formerly Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR), or prior experience as a cancer registrar (Nice to have)