Lead Oncology Data Specialist

67453BR

Auto req ID:

67453BR

Department:

24038 - KH Tumor Registry

Job Description:

The Lead Oncology Data Specialist leads, monitors, and assists with the quality and efficiencies of the tumor registry team. The Lead Oncology Data Specialist is responsible for submitting all reportable cancer cases with all required data elements to the New York State Department of Health as mandated in the public health law within the designated time frame. The Lead Oncology Data Specialist is also responsible for completing all follow-up forms sent to Kaleida Health from other Cancer Registry facilities throughout the nation. The Lead Oncology Data Specialist responsibilities include case finding, reviewing all medical records for retrieval of designated information, abstracting appropriate information, coding case in ICDO-2/3 coding system, staging case according to AJCC Staging Manual, completing summary staging according to SEER Program rules, and submitting timely and accurate data to the Department of Health as well as other registries as required. As well as, maintaining working lists for the team, such as suspense lists and follow-up lists. This position will also require close collaboration with KH Director and GLCCC Cancer Registry Manager. The Lead Oncology Data Specialist must have robust knowledge of CoC and will fulfill the required role of CTR and Quality Coordinator in compliance with Standard 6.1 while maintaining oversight of quality and education for the team. Lead Oncology Data Specialist will also respond to any inquiries from the DOH and NCDB regarding clarification of submitted information. All Oncology Data Specialist must maintain Continuing Education Units (CEU) to say abreast of industry changes and evolving requirements.

Buffalo, NY

Location:

Larkin Bldg @ Exchange Street

Recruiter:

Amanda Miller

Minimum or Preferred Qualifications:

AAS in Health Information Technology and/or Cancer Information Management required. BS in Health Information Management preferred. 5 years' prior experience as a Certified Tumor Registrator required. Experience in quality review role preferred. Basic PC skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel, ICD-2 & ICD-3 coding proficiency, AJCC Cancer Staging proficiency, SEER summary staging proficiency required. Prior experience in a cancer registry support software system preferred. Tumor Registrar certification required.

Status:

Full Time

Shift:

Days

Scheduled Work Hours:

6a-2p; 6:30a-2:30p; 7a-3p; 7:30a-3:30p; 8a-4p

Salary Range:

$27.73-$40.36 per hour Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Grade:

C15

Position:

Lead Oncology Data Specialist

Union Code:

28 - SEIU 1199 Kaleida PFS BusOfcCl

Bi-Weekly Hours:

75

Weekend/ Holiday Requirement:

No Weekends or Holidays Required

Equal Opportunity Employer

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