The Certified Tumor Registrar abstracts and codes cancer patient data accurately while ensuring compliance with various cancer registry requirements. They conduct case finding and follow-up to maintain a high follow-up rate and participate in cancer case conferences.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have an Associate's Degree and be a certified tumor registrar with at least one year of abstracting experience in a hospital cancer registry. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and cancer registry software is required.
Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology.
Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care.
Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization.
As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position.
Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).
Pay Range: $28.14 - $36.58 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Position Overview Required: Must be certified tumor registrar (CTR).
SUMMARY Abstracts and codes cancer patient data accurately in compliance with the requirements of: American College of Surgeons - Commission on Cancer, the NJ State Cancer Registry, AJCC Cancer Staging System and the NCI SEER Summary Staging system.
Conducts case finding and follow-up to ensure all reportable cases are identified and a 90% follow-up rate is maintained.
Participates in activities related to cancer case conferences and Cancer Committee.
Assists supervisor with data analysis and other activities as needed.
Attends educational events to keep informed of changes in cancer registry reporting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintains patient and employee confidentiality and security of stored patient data at all times.
Performs case-finding throughout Capital Health using appropriate standard setter criteria.
Assigns accurately the stage of disease and clinical codes utilizing guidelines from Seer Summary staging guide, AJCC, ICD-O and WHO with higher than 90 percent accuracy.
Generates timely and appropriate follow-up as needed.
Contacts physicians, clinics, other hospitals and cancer registries for additional treatment and/or staging information to complete each abstract.
Benefits
Overtime
Transportation
Physical Health
Caregiving
Emotional Wellbeing
Robust PTO Plan
Elective Benefits
Retirement and Savings
Generates accurate data and graphs as assigned or requested, in a timely manner depending on the complexity of the report.
Transmits data to specific agencies as assigned.
Recommends measures to correct any deficiencies.
Supports all aspects of meetings efficiently including but not limited to: agenda, content, room set-up, A/V equipment management, etc. as needed or assigned.
Participates in activities related to cancer program development as needed.
Adapts easily to changing department demands.
Participates in and completes all job duties timely and accurately.
Documents all data requests and/or Q/A activity in the yearly Data Request / Q/A Log.
One year abstracting experience in a hospital cancer registry required.
Knowledge and
Skills: Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates good organizational skills.
Special
Training: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Word). Proficient in METRIQ cancer registry software system preferred. RHIA/RHIT is helpful but not necessary.
Mental,
Behavioral and
Emotional
Abilities: Ability to prioritize and multi task and meet strict deadlines.
Continuous physical demands include: Keyboard use/repetitive motion Lifting Floor to Waist 25 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs.
Sensory
Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Minimal
Hearing
Anticipated
Occupational
Exposure
Risks
Include the following: Dust/Particulate
Matter
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This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Plan Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy Dental Plan Vision Plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare FSA - Dependent Care FSA Retirement Savings and Investment Plan Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD) Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD) Employee Assistance Program Commuter Transit Commuter Parking Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life Spouse - Voluntary Life Employee - Voluntary Life Child Voluntary Legal Services Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance Voluntary Pet Insurance Paid Time-Off Program The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria. Welcome to Capital Health's new career opportunity page. Here you will have access to view and apply to career opportunities in our hospital and physician practice locations. Equal Opportunity Employer Notice Capital Health Benefits
