Tumor Registrar-Senior

Under limited supervision, responsible for identifying, registering and maintaining the Cancer Center Tumor Registry database.

• Reviews electronic medical records to identify and collect patient data for patients treated for cancer and other reportable diagnosis.
• Review case finding list for reportable cases, corrects cases returned by the Texas Cancer Registry and updates existing cases in the registry.
• Abstracts patient information into the cancer management program in compliance with government regulations and provides information for physicians and research studies. Expected to abstract 4 - 5 cases per day at hire.
• Responsible for upholding legal and ethical aspects to include: release of cancer registry data, confidentiality, data transmission, and adherence to the NCRA Code of Ethics.
• Attends training and seminars as needed to maintain compliance with the State of Texas Department of Health reporting requirements.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Experience in tumor registry or medical records experience.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and tumor nomenclature.
• Effective skills in abstracting and coding patient medical record information.
• Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.
• Ability to be detail-oriented as required in the examination of clinical and numerical data.
• Proficient knowledge of all Microsoft applications.
• Ability to remain up-to-date with regard to educational and/or technical qualifications related to, knowledge of the cancer disease process, cancer diagnostic methods and procedures, composition of the patient record, data interpretation, and statistical and analytical skills.

EDUCATION:

Associates degree in health science field or post high school coursework in nursing, health information management, or related field is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Four (4) years of registry/case abstracting experience is required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Certified Oncology Data Specialist certification is required.

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) is preferred.