Certified Tumor Registrar Cancer Registry Tech

Certified Tumor Registrar Cancer Registry Tech

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The posted compensation range of $26.76 - $39.81 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Sr. Cancer Registry Tech, you will expertly lead the identification, collection, abstracting, coding, staging, and follow-up of cancer cases, rigorously ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance. Every day you will meticulously identify and confirm cancer diagnoses, applying in-depth knowledge of disease processes to accurately abstract and assign codes and stages using established systems. You will maintain current guideline knowledge, enter data into the registry database, and ensure compliance with all state and federal standards and productivity metrics. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, advanced problem-solving skills, and comprehensive expertise in cancer registry operations, data integrity, and compliance, vital for cancer surveillance and patient care.

• Identifies potential cancer cases through a variety of sources, including but not limited to: pathology reports, radiology reports, surgery schedules, admission/discharge lists, and other relevant medical records.
• Reviews electronic medical records to confirm cancer diagnoses and determine eligibility for inclusion in the cancer registry.
• Knowledgeable of the cancer disease processes (benign and malignant), diagnostic methods and procedures and treatment methods.
• Abstracts pertinent information from medical records, including patient demographics, medical history, diagnostic findings, treatment modalities, and follow-up information.
• Assigns accurate codes for primary site, histology, grade, and stage of cancer using established coding systems (e.g., ICD-O-3, SEER Site/Histology and Store Coding Manual).
• Applies appropriate staging systems (e.g., AJCC TNM Staging, SEER Summary Staging) to determine the extent of disease.

Job Requirements

Required

• Associates program for Certified Oncology Data Specialist
• One (1)+ years recent abstracting experience in a cancer registry
• Strong understanding of cancer diagnosis, treatment and prognosis
• Excellent abstracting skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team in a remote environment
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Workspace, Registry Software System
• Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR or ODS)

Where You'll Work

Hello humankindness Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph's is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital's patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph's. U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital. St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies. Look for us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. For the health of our community... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus.

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards