Cancer & Tumor Registrar II

Cancer Registry SpecialistJoining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability InsurancePaid Time Off from Day One403-B Retirement Plan4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental LeaveCareer DevelopmentWhole Person Well-being ResourcesMental Health Resources and SupportPet BenefitsSchedule:Full timeShift:Day (United States of America)Address:120 N OAK STCity:HINSDALEState:IllinoisPostal Code:60521Job Description:Full-Time: Remote anywhere in USIdentifies, analyzes, and documents the history, diagnosis, treatment, disease status, and survival data of cancer patients. Prepares and electronically submits required reporting information to the state and other appropriate cancer databases. Collects data for patient care evaluations, protocol studies, and audits. Complies with all reporting requests and requirements. Abstracts all required cancer-related information into the electronic cancer registry system. Coordinates and maintains the long-term follow-up process of data collection and input for all cancer registry patients. Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Medical Terminology & Anatomy-RequiredAttention to details and strong understanding of cancer data collection, medical coding and healthcare regulation-RequiredCancer Staging and Classification Systems-RequiredCoding Systems-RequiredState and Central Cancer Registries Reporting-RequiredKnowledge of abstracting systems-RequiredCancer Case Abstracting-RequiredData Quality and Validation- RequiredAnalytical Thinking -Making judgments on stage grouping, coding and treatment classification-RequiredCommunication-Clear written communication for documentation and collaboration-Required.Maintaining HIPPA compliance-RequiredAdhering to federal and state reporting guidelines-RequiredEducation:Associate's in Health Information Management [Required]Work Experience:5+ years abstracting experience in CoC approved cancer program [Required]Overall cancer registry experience [Preferred]Licenses and Certifications:National Cancer Registrars' Association (NCRA) [Required]Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) [Required]Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical RequirementsPay Range:$22.91 - $42.60This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.