Oncology Data Specialist

Cancer Registry SpecialistLocation: Avera Cancer Institute-Sioux FallsWorker Type: RegularWork Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range: $24.00 - $35.00Position HighlightsHours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewResponsible to identify, abstract and maintain records of cancer patients within the guidelines and requirements of applicable state laws and accreditation bodies in order to provide timely and accurate statistics as required to maintain accreditation and fulfill quality initiatives and administration requests.What You Will DoReviews source documents/records to determine reportability of diseases as determined by state law, accreditation bodies, and/or the organization.Abstracts and analyzes patient information as directed in the Standards for Oncology Registry Entry (STORE) manual and records pertinent information from source documents in a text format to support all coded data items.Obtains, enters, and codes follow-up information to obtain end results, quality of survival, and length of survival.Interprets incoming information and updates registry cases as necessary to maintain accurate, complete information and current follow-up information.Assists, upon request, with the multidisciplinary cancer case conferences by gathering records for cases being discussed, making necessary personnel contacts, and taking notes.Provides support to clinical and administrative leadership for the organization's professional advisory boards (PABs) and program leadership councils (PLCs).Essential QualificationsAssociate's or equivalent as determined by the standards of the National Cancer Registrars Association Council on Certification.Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) - National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) within 3 YearsPreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Knowledge of health care profession, medical terminology and cancer stagingExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io.