Oncology Data Specialist - Cancer Center Job Listing at Montage Health in Monterey, CA (Job ID 8860)

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Position Summary

The primary purpose and general duties of the Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) is to manage and analyze clinical cancer information for the purpose of processing, maintaining, compiling and reporting health information for research, quality management/improvement, monitoring patient outcomes, cancer program development, cancer prevention and surveillance, survival data, compliance of reporting standards, evaluation of the results of treatment, and national accreditation standards. The ODS is responsible for the preparation of abstracts, follow-up cases and accessioning into the Registry all oncology patients treated or diagnosed at Montage Health CHOMP. Completing oncology studies as requested by staff physicians and/or the Cancer Committee and the American College of Surgeons; and preparing material for the Cancer Committee meetings. Submitting accurate data to the CA State Cancer Registry and the National Cancer Database.

Key Responsibilities

Case Abstraction: Collect, interpret, and document comprehensive cancer-related data from patient records, including diagnosis, staging, treatment, and follow-up information.

Data Management: Maintain accurate and timely data entry into cancer registry databases using appropriate software (e.g., Cancer Registry software systems like OncoLog).

Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with national and state reporting requirements, submit timely data to central cancer registries.

Quality Assurance: Participate in data quality reviews, audits, and cancer program activities, ensuring the integrity of the cancer registry data.

Follow-Up: Coordinate long-term follow-up of patients for survival analysis and ongoing reporting.

Tumor Board Coordination: Assist in organizing tumor board conferences; ensure accurate case presentations and follow-up on outcomes.

Stay up to date with changes in coding standards, staging guidelines (SEER), and registry operations; assist in training new registry staff as needed                                                                                                                                                         

Experience

At least two years experience as a Cancer Registrar/ODS is required. Previous experience in a health related field, preferably medical records, medical office, or nursing.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with additional course in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology preferred.

Licensure/Certifications
Must be certified as ODS through the National Cancer Registrars Association.

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Assigned Work Hours:

Full Time

Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

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