Thomas Jefferson University · 10 hours ago
Oncology Data Specialist
Gloucester County, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expThomas Jefferson University, part of Jefferson Health, is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare and education. They are seeking an Oncology Data Specialist to collect and analyze clinical data for cancer patients, ensuring compliance with registry requirements and supporting research efforts.
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Responsibilities
Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson
Analyze, interpret & classify clinical information from the medical record, Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology records according to State & Commission on Cancer requirements. Includes, but not limited to, demographic characteristics, disease history, diagnostic procedures, diagnosis, stage, extent of disease and treatment
Abstracts & enters data into the Cancer Registry database(s) to maintain a comprehensive database(s). Abstraction is at a minimum rate of at least 1.0 chart per hour with minimum 95% accuracy
Identifies cases of reportable conditions by retrieving and referencing appropriate informational/clinical resources to comply with State and Commission on Cancer regulations. Tracks all living patients to obtain information on the quality and length of survival and treatment status to ensure proper follow-up
Provides staff assistance to the Cancer Evaluation Services (tumor boards) and Cancer Committee to increase the knowledge of the physician members to the Cancer Registry
Assist clinicians with cancer related studies and research projects to comply with commission on Cancer recommendations. Maintain confidentiality and security of patient data. Keeps abreast of all reporting and data collection requirements to maintain accurate Cancer Registry database(s)
Assembles & disseminates data collected by the Cancer Registry to ensure accurate research. Responds to requests made by other Cancer Registrars relative to case history, treatment or follow up within five working days of request
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
1-3 years minimum Cancer Registry experience required
ODS experience and training required
Associates Degree required
ODS-C or ODS certification eligible required
Ability to read and communicate in the English language required
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately required
Computer knowledge of specialized software for cancer registry required
Preferred
4+ years of Cancer Registry experience preferred
Benefits
Medical (including prescription)
Supplemental insurance
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Voluntary benefits
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service
Company
Thomas Jefferson University
Thomas Jefferson University is a university and healthcare system that offers academic programs in business, healthcare, and engineering.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.46MKey Investors
Foundation for Opioid Response EffortsAARPKnow Diabetes by Heart
2025-07-30Grant· $0.46M
2022-06-29Grant
2021-04-01Grant
Leadership Team
Bruce Meyer
Senior Executive VP, Thomas Jefferson University and Chief Physician Executive
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