Cancer Registrar

Position Overview
Generate accurate and timely registry data as part of the Registry Services unit of Health Information Management. Customers served include HIM department, Cancer Program Manager, Cancer Registrars, Physicians, Physician offices, Administration and accrediting agencies. Provide complete registry data and information for Tumor, Congenital Anomaly, Stroke, Orthopedic, and Occupational Lung Registries.

Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS Registry Services

Primary Work Shift:
Day

Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Compensation Range:
$25.27 - $37.90 per hour, depending on experience

Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• Associate's Degree in RHIT or associated degree in another allied health field.
• Two years' experience in a disease-based registry.
• Clinical chart review and abstraction experience.
• Microsoft Word and Excel experience.

Preferred:

• Five years' experience in Cancer Registry, Trauma Registry, Stroke, Orthopedic, or Bariatric Registry.
• Statistical knowledge.
• Database, data entry, and/or database management experience.
• Minimum one year experience in a hospital surgery department or surgery clinic or with clinical research or medical records

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) Credential: Candidates must meet the education and experience prerequisites in order to sit for the 250-question exam. This includes NCRA accredited associates degree, or an NCRA accredited certificate with an associate's degree, and completion of a 160 hour practicum at a cancer registry. Alternatively candidates may have a minimum of an associate's degree with two semesters of course work in human anatomy, plus 1,950 hours or more of cancer registry work experience.

Preferred:

• RHIA, RHIT, LPN, LVN, RN or BSN.

Why You'll Love Working at UHS

At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection-to patients, to purpose, to each other-makes a difference. That's why we're intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we're here to help you thrive in work and life.

A Culture of Connection - We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.

Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family - We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.

Well-Being & Financial Security - From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we're here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.

Growth That Moves with You - With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.

A Place to Call Home - Located in New York's Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career-we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York's Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region's population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.


At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission-we'd love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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