Oncology Data Specialist II

Job description

City/State Hampton, VA Work Shift: First (Days) Overview: Sentara CarePlex Hospital, in Hampton, VA, is currently hiring an Oncology Data Specialist II for Cancer Registry. This will be a full time, day shift, remote position Hours: Full Time, Day Shift, 36 hours per week Overview: O ncology Data Specialist is responsible for the collection, management, and analysis of data on persons with the diagnosis of a cancer. Oncology Data Specialists analyze complex patient cancer data, abstract, code and report cancer statistics. Must ensure accuracy, consistency, completeness, and quality of the cancer data that is abstracted for use in patient care improvement. Maintains an efficient cancer database of all the patients diagnosed and/or treated with cancer in accordance with the American College of Surgeons requirements. Consistently meets productivity goals in regard to abstracting. Responsible for assisting with maintaining annual follow-up of patients accessed to the database as well as case finding. Education: Associates Level Degree (Required): Certification/Licensure: Oncology Data Specialist Certification with the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) (Required) Experience:...