Per Diem Oncology Data Specialist/Certified Cancer Registrar (CTR)

Per Diem Certified Cancer Registrar

The Per Diem Certified Cancer Registrar is responsible for identifying, analyzing, abstracting, and updating any follow-up treatment information on patients with reportable cancer diagnosis. Information included but not limited to the demographics, diagnostic, staging and treatment from the medical records on all cancer cases seen or diagnosed and treated at the designated facility. Cases which are not eligible for reporting needs to be notified. Works directly with the Directors CS standards and with other regulatory agencies including NJDOH requirements. Assist Director CS in coordinating and monitoring activities necessary to comply with ACoS CoC standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: :

• Maintains the cancer registries and works to meet the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies related to approved and/or other programs requiring registries.
• Develops and maintains thorough system to identify and incorporate all mandatory cases into the cancer registry including reportable list of diagnoses.
• Attends multidisciplinary Oncology conferences, workshops, training & educational sessions to maintain Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credentials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in health related field (required), health information (preferred)
• CTR Required
• Minimum of 3 years experience in cancer registry
• Experience with Metriq (Cancer Registry Software) preferred
• Previous experience in cancer registry operations including SEER Registry and American College of Surgeons Accreditation preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint is required

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K, Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth, development, and continuing education
• Employee wellness programs and resources

Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date, during the influenza season, if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical exemption.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.