Cancer Registrar

Organization Health Unposting Date Aug 17, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Work Location Health Department Building 246 North High Street 1st Floor Columbus 43215 Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation : $24.88 per hour Schedule Full-time Work Hours : 8:00AM-5:00PM Union : OCSEA Primary Job Skill Health Administration Technical Skills : Clerical & Data Entry, Public Health, Medical records, Medical Terminology Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Written Communication Agency Overview Cancer Registrar About Us: Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. In the Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW), our vision is to provide a healthier and safer future for every community—where all Ohioans have the access and opportunity to be healthy and free from preventable chronic disease, violence, and injury. BHIW advances health and well-being through evidence-based programs, partnerships, and data utilization aimed at preventing and managing chronic disease; preventing violence and injury; promoting healthy lifestyles; and improving access to care. Program initiatives include the promotion of healthy eating and active living, as well as the prevention of chronic diseases, tobacco use, child injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence, and drug overdoses. Candidates must have ability to be in person at the ODH building in Columbus, OH at least one day/month as this is not 100% remote. Job Description What You'll Do: Review, analyze, code, and enter cancer incidence data into the state registry. Determine case reportability using cancer registry rules and medical information. Check incoming reports for completeness and accuracy; resolve data discrepancies. Abstract and code hardcopy submissions and consolidate multiple reports into unified case records. Maintain compliance with HIPAA and all privacy requirements. Provide technical assistance to reporting facilities to resolve documentation or coding issues. Link registry data with Vital Statistics death records to identify missing cases. Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure data meets national registry standards (e.g., NAACCR, NPCR, SEER, AJCC). Support registry operations, process improvements, training materials, and special projects. Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications 18 mos. exp. in review, edit, coding & classifying of cancer data; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in operation of word processing equipment or personal computer using basic word processing techniques & data entry. -Or Completion of associates core program in Health Information Management; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in operation of word processing equipment or personal computer using basic word processing techniques & data entry. -Or Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Job Skills: Health Administration Technical Skills: Clerical & Data Entry, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Public Health Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Written Communication Educational Transcript Requirements: Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration. Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree. Additional Qualifications: Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria: Certified Tumor Registrar/Oncology Data Specialist Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician or Registered Health Information Administrator Associates or advanced degree in Health Information Management or other healthcare related field Experience in use of registry-specific technical materials (e.g., North American Association of Central Cancer Registries, American Association for Cancer Research, Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards, American Joint Committee on Cancer Staging Manuals) Experience working in a cancer registry Experience working with cancer registry computer software (e.g., Registry Plus Software System, Health Level 7[HL7] Integration Software) Coursework in Anatomy or Physiology Experience providing technical assistance or training Experience writing instructional/educational materials All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record. Supplemental Information: ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION. Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 29, Step 1 of the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule ($24.88 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($25.61) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Oncology Data Specialist (formerly Certified Tumor Registrar [CTR]) receive a 5% pay supplement; on-going renewal/maintenance of certification by National Cancer Registrars Association (i.e., NCRA) Council on Certification is necessary to retain pay supplement. BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr