Cancer Registry Administrator

Cancer Registry Administrator

Job Description

Position will report to the Cancer Registry Director.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Files incoming cancer data reports from healthcare facilities (electronically stores faxed, mailed information).
2. Conducts death clearance follow back (detailed guidance and orientation will be provided, this task starts in April).
3. Conducts data pull for virtually pooled registry requests from the research community or national agencies for approved studies (guidance and orientation will be provided).
4. Updates cancer reporting healthcare facility contact information in software systems SEER DMS, Web Plus.
5. Participates in developing registry policies and procedures to standardize operations (co-write SOPs under guidance).

Job Requirements:
Proficiency in using computers (Microsoft Enterprise - Word, Excel, Teams) and ability to quickly learn and use new software systems.
Bachelor’s degree is required.
High preference to those certified as an Oncology Data Specialist (formerly Certified Tumor Registrar, CTR) and/or work experience as a cancer registrar.
Minimum two years of work experience in roles related to collecting and managing data in health care or health care administration.
Ability to compose technically accurate correspondence and reports using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to attend to detail and maintain accuracy and confidentiality.
Teamwork skills.
Knowledge of HIPAA compliance requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
No supervisory responsibilities will be required.

Work involves standardized operations requiring application of pertinent client policies, laws, and regulations to specific varying cases.

Responsibility:
Incumbent works independently.

Personal Work Relationships:
This individual will be expected to partner with the client personnel and related stakeholders' working towards completion of assigned functions. Exceptional customer service is provided to client partners and/or the public.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Skill - Required / Desired - Amount of Experience
Bachelor's degree in relevant field (healthcare administration, public health, etc.) - Required
Minimum two years of experience in roles related to data collection and management in healthcare or healthcare administration - Required - 2 Years
Advanced skills in Microsoft Enterprise tools (Word, Excel, Teams) - Required - 2 Years
Experience in collecting and managing data in healthcare or health administration settings - Required - 2 Years
Familiarity w/confidentiality & privacy regulations related to healthcare data w/ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information - Required
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with ability to multi-task and work independently - Required
Certified as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS), formerly Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR), or prior experience as a cancer registrar - Highly desired - 2 Years

Notes:
Standard office work. This position is full time, 5 days a week, to accumulate no more than 37.5 hours a week (hybrid, 3 days a week from the office and 2 days a week remote).

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.