Registry Oncology Data Specialist

Registry Oncology Data Specialist (Finance) Work Schedule

This is a full time, 1.0 FTE position that is 100% remote. Working hours are flexible but will include a minimum of 4 hours during business hours, Monday–Friday. Hours may vary based on operational needs. Applicants hired into this position can work from most states and this will be discussed during interview. To be eligible to work remotely, you must be in an approved remote work state for UW Health.

We have provided a link to view the full list of approved remote work states.

We are seeking a Registry Oncology Data Specialist to review newly identified cases of malignancies and certain benign tumors diagnosed and/or treated within the organization for reportability using standard setter materials such as WHO ICD-O, SEER, NAACCR, and CoC requirements. The specialist will determine course of treatment, identify pertinent details of patient cancer treatment for case abstraction, assign appropriate codes for procedures and treatments related to diagnoses, treatments, and complications, and maintain the integrity of the registry database by submitting accurate and timely data that meets departmental quality and productivity benchmarks.

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two‑week paid parental leave, and adoption assistance.
• Flexible schedules and shifts that support work–life balance.
• Access to resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports emotional, financial, and physical well‑being.
• Tuition benefit eligibility – UW Health helps pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring qualified friends, former colleagues, or others.

• Associate’s Degree in Cancer Information Management (CIM) – required.
• Two (2) years of cancer data abstraction experience considered in lieu of a degree.
• 1 year of healthcare experience involving cancer data abstraction or a related field – required.
• 3 years of such experience – preferred.

• Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) upon hire – required.

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.