Cancer Registrar (PN 20013671

• Review, analyze, code, and enter cancer incidence data into the state registry.
• Determine case reportability using cancer registry rules and medical information.
• Check incoming reports for completeness and accuracy; resolve data discrepancies.
• Abstract and code hardcopy submissions and consolidate multiple reports into unified case records.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and all privacy requirements.
• Provide technical assistance to reporting facilities to resolve documentation or coding issues.
• Link registry data with Vital Statistics death records to identify missing cases.
• Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure data meets national registry standards (e.g., NAACCR, NPCR, SEER, AJCC).
• Support registry operations, process improvements, training materials, and special projects.
• 18 mos. exp. in review, edit, coding & classifying of cancer data; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in operation of word processing equipment or personal computer using basic word processing techniques & data entry.
• Or
• Completion of associates core program in Health Information Management; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in operation of word processing equipment or personal computer using basic word processing techniques & data entry.
• Or
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

• Review, analyze, code, and enter cancer incidence data into the state registry.
• Determine case reportability using cancer registry rules and medical information.
• Check incoming reports for completeness and accuracy; resolve data discrepancies.
• Abstract and code hardcopy submissions and consolidate multiple reports into unified case records.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and all privacy requirements.
• Provide technical assistance to reporting facilities to resolve documentation or coding issues.
• Link registry data with Vital Statistics death records to identify missing cases.
• Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure data meets national registry standards (e.g., NAACCR, NPCR, SEER, AJCC).
• Support registry operations, process improvements, training materials, and special projects.
• 18 mos. exp. in review, edit, coding & classifying of cancer data; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in operation of word processing equipment or personal computer using basic word processing techniques & data entry.
• Or
• Completion of associates core program in Health Information Management; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in operation of word processing equipment or personal computer using basic word processing techniques & data entry.
• Or
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Health Administration

Clerical & Data Entry, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Public Health

Attention to Detail, Written Communication

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution s website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity s award of a putative degree.

Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

• Certified Tumor Registrar/Oncology Data Specialist
• Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician or Registered Health Information Administrator
• Associates or advanced degree in Health Information Management or other healthcare related field
• Experience in use of registry-specific technical materials (e.g., North American Association of Central Cancer Registries, American Association for Cancer Research, Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards, American Joint Committee on Cancer Staging Manuals)
• Experience working in a cancer registry
• Experience working with cancer registry computer software (e.g., Registry Plus Software System, Health Level 7[HL7] Integration Software)
• Coursework in Anatomy or Physiology
• Experience providing technical assistance or training
• Experience writing instructional/educational materials

Steven G. Candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted directly.

Aug 16, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Health Department Building

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

$24.88 per hour

Full-time