Cancer Registry Quality Analyst​/Abstractor

Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor

The position of the Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor requires the candidate to be an Oncology Data Specialist – Certified. This role combines three main areas:
The primary data abstracting responsibilities of a tumor registry; the data integrity and quality monitoring job duties within the registry; and the training and mentoring of tumor registrars on path toward certification. Primary data collection responsibilities will include abstracting cancer data accurately on all reportable tumors according to the multiple primary and histology rules by using the coding and staging system as determined by the Commission on Cancer and/or the Georgia Comprehensive Cancer Registry, National Cancer Database, and compliance with the South Carolina State Cancer Registry for cases accrued in off campus locations.

Additionally, the Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor will use electronic medical records and other sources of diagnostic and treatment information in order to capture and document diagnosis, stage, extent of disease, treatment and the outcome on each reportable cancer in a timely manner. At times the Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor will perform tasks related to maintaining follow-up and case‑finding, in addition to other registry operations alongside Registry Co‑Workers / or as assigned by the Cancer Registry Manager.

The Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor will be required to run reports, compile data graphics, and participate in assuring data integrity in preparation of registry’s monthly and annual reports. The candidate is responsible for evaluating and reporting the data integrity of the Registry database against STORE and American College of Surgeons (ACoS) criteria. Additionally, the Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor works closely with the Cancer Registry Manager to assure compliance with the Commission on Cancer’s Rapid Cancer Reporting System data management.

The Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor will also participate as a team member along the groups that function around critical standards associated with the quality and management of patient care across the oncology service line, this includes working closely in the processes of monitoring standards associated with Commission on Cancer accreditation requirements, National Accreditation Programs for Breast Centers standards for accreditation, National Cancer Database submission standards and state level cancer registry criteria and standards.

With respect to quality management and data integrity, the Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor will be responsible for continual quality assurance and regular audits within the cancer registry database to ensure data integrity. The Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor performs regular quality audits of registrar abstracts and submits routine report to the registry manager. This role provides dedicated quality oversight while maintaining abstracting productivity, ensuring compliance with CoC standards, NCDB submission requirements, and state reporting mandates.

The Cancer Registry Quality Analyst / Abstractor works alongside the Training and Development Specialist to provide regular feedback and education opportunities.

• Associates Degree - Preferred

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Cancer Registry - Required
• Experience at a Commission on Cancer Accredited-Hospital preferred
• This position utilizes confidential information on a daily basis. Information may include confidential co‑worker data, patient medical or financial data, sensitive corporate trade information, physician practice information. Disclosure could be damaging to SJ/C patients, medical staff, and organization. HIPPA violations are taken seriously. Candidate must be able to implicitly abide by confidentiality standards. Candidate must demonstrate professional appearance and attitude. Excellent organizational and communication skills are mandatory.
  
  Adaptability, flexibility, self‑motivated, and ability to prioritize work assignments are necessary. Collaborative skills expected. Enthusiastic…