Carilion Clinic · 1 day ago
CERTIFIED ONCOLOGY DATA SPECIALIST (hybrid/remote)
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCarilion Clinic is a healthcare organization seeking a Certified Oncology Data Specialist to join their Tumor Registry team. The role involves medical record analysis, data abstraction, and management specific to cancer patients, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and supporting educational activities.
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Responsibilities
Uses technical expertise to execute all data management activities with focus on maintaining Cancer Registry database through data abstraction according to the ACoS and the Carilion Cancer Committee requirements
Utilizes expertise in Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards (FORDS) Coding, American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) Staging, Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results (SEER) Summary Staging, Collaborative Staging, ICD -9 and ICD-O3 Coding principles, and an excellent working knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology in assuring accuracy and consistency of data
Provides staff support in organization and coordination of Medical Staff Oncology Conferences and maintains conference minutes according to ACoS guidelines
Assures appropriate Continuing Medical Education (CME) documentation by coordination of conferences and providing conference outcome information to the CME Department
Using analytical skills and statistical tools, may design and/or generate registry-related reports for the medical and other professional staff
Reporting includes utilizing the METRIQ ® report generator and computer software including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheet, visual software and database in presentation of the data
Participates in staff and community education and outreach activities as needed and provides administrative support to the education activities of the Carilion Cancer Committee
Provides administrative support and organization for the Carilion Cancer Committee according to ACoS guidelines
Includes attendance at Cancer Committee meetings as needed and maintaining quality reporting of current ACoS guidelines
Uses medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, and health information knowledge in reviewing medical/health records to determine and document clinical and vital condition of patients and the progression and/or treatment of their disease process
Uses written, verbal, and computer-based communication in searching for follow-up status on cases, pursuing cases to completing utilizing sources such as other hospitals, and medical offices
Assists in maintaining registry follow-up on database per ACoS CoC guidelines
Utilizes computer expertise in the use of all approved Carilion data/information systems in place at any given time including, but not necessarily limited to: EPIC EMR, METRIQ, ARIA
Maintains Oncology Data Specialist certification with National Cancer Registrars Association with maintenance fees, clock hours and continuing education requirements
Demonstrates technical skill to abstract according to Virginia Cancer Registry quality requirements and American College of Surgeon accreditation standards
Qualification
Required
Certified Oncology Data Specialist, ODS required
Associates degree in medical terminology and human anatomy/physiology are required
Minimum of 2 years prior Cancer Registry, Health Information Management records system, Allied Health Profession, HIM coding, or similar experience
Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) required
Thorough understanding of human anatomy & physiology and disease processes
Computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and medical records database/system
Accurate keyboarding skills
Verbal & written communication skills on a level to work actively and effectively with medical and professional staff
Team building and problem solving skills
Knowledge of the use of internal e-mail system for time management and communication functions
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
Discounts on childcare
Continued education and training
Company
Carilion Clinic
Carilion Clinic is a health care organization based in Virginia with more than 650 physicians in 70 specialties.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.3MKey Investors
CDA FoundationVirginia Innovation Partnership CorporationUnitedHealthcare
2025-04-04Grant
2023-04-18Grant· $0.07M
2022-08-10Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Steve Arner
President / CEO, Carilion Medical Center
Don Halliwill
Chief Financial Officer
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