Cancer Registry Data Specialist

Summary:
The Cancer Registry Data Specialist supports the LifeBridge Health cancer program by identifying specific disease diagnoses, confirms the diagnosis and determines whether these patients meet specific criteria for inclusion in the LifeBridge Health cancer program database. Abstracts demographic, diagnostic and epidemiologic treatment and survival information from inpatient and outpatient reports, records and electronic databases. Codes the primary site, morphology, and clinically and/or pathologically stages the disease. Follows up with patients, physicians and clinics to obtain and update missing data. May also assist with case finding, suspense, follow up, cancer conference coordination, review RQRS alerts, review CP3Rs, assist with the preparation of survivorship care plans, physician QC, and may assist in other related duties, as assigned. This position may work remote after completion of onsite orientation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately identify, collect, and abstract comprehensive cancer-related data using Cerner and/or Mosaiq.

• Interpret pathology, radiology, treatment records, laboratory results, and other documentation to assign appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes.

• Ensure compliance with data collection standards from organizations such as:

  • American College of Surgeons (CoC)

  • NAACCR, AJCC, SEER, FORDS, ICD-O, WHO, and HIPAA.

• Perform lifetime follow-up on cancer cases by contacting external hospitals and providers.

• Conduct edits on abstracts and resolve errors.

• Support the development of Survivorship Care Plans using CRStar and Journey Forward.

• Assist in quarterly physician QA reviews and respond to external Requests for Information (RFIs).

• Participate in planning cancer conferences and committee tasks as needed.

• Collaborate with internal departments, external facilities, and providers in a professional and proactive manner.

Qualifications:

• Experience as an Oncology Data Specialist is required.

• Knowledge of cancer registry standards, including Maryland/National Cancer Reporting Act, CoC Program Standards, and relevant coding/classification systems.

• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), preferably Cerner and Mosaiq.

• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to continued education and maintaining relevant credentials and certifications.

Pay Range: $27.90 to $41.85 Based On Experience

Benefits:

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