Certified Cancer Tumor Registrar Abstractor (CTR)​/Oncology Data Abstractor (ODS

This is a remote position.

HYRE HARPER Co., a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), is seeking
Certified Tumor Registrars (CTR)to support the
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)Cancer Registry Program. This role ensures accurate, timely, and complete oncology data abstraction in compliance with
CoC, NAACCR, SEER, NPCR, AJCC (8th ed.), ICD‑O‑3, and Solid Tumor Rules
.

• Perform
  case finding and abstracting
  for malignant and reportable benign tumors using VA‑approved sources (pathology, imaging, clinical documentation).
• Code and stage cases using
  AJCC 8th edition
  ,
  ICD‑O‑3,
  NAACCR v23/24+, and
  Solid Tumor Rules
  .
• Enter and validate data in
  OncoTraX
  (current VA registry platform) and transition to
  KACI – Neural Frame
  when implemented.
  
  Note:
  
  Prior experience with these systems is
  not required
  ; full training will be provided.
• Conduct
  follow‑up activities
  to maintain survival and outcome data per VA and CoC standards.
• Participate in
  quality control reviews
  , resolve edits, and support NCDB and state submissions.
• Collaborate with VA registry leadership to maintain
  CoC accreditation
  and meet reporting deadlines.

• HYRE HARPER and VA maintain
  high quality standards
  for all registry work.
• Initial Grace Period:As you learn VA systems and workflows, you will receive full support and training.
• Quality Review Process:
  • 100% of your work will be reviewed until you achieve an average of
    90%+ accuracy
    on quality metrics.
  • Once achieved, review decreases to
    50%, then
    10%as consistency is demonstrated.
• Team Quality Monitoring:All team members undergo
  weekly quality evaluations
  to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

• 100% remote with secure, compliant workstation setup (or onsite/hybrid if required by VA).
• Training provided on
  OncoTraX
  and
  KACI – Neural Frame
  .
• Assignments may involve multiple VA facilities and cancer program types.

• NCRA - Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification, (Previously
  -Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR)credential (active and in good standing).
• 2+ years
  recent experience in cancer registry abstracting and case finding.
• Proficiency with:
  • AJCC 8th edition staging
    ,
    ICD‑O‑3,
    NAACCR standards
    ,
    Solid Tumor Rules
    ,
    STORE manual
    .
  • Reference tools such as
    SEER
    * Rx
    and Hematopoietic & Lymphoid Neoplasms DB.
• Strong understanding of
  CoC/NCDB
  and
  state/NPCR
  reporting requirements.
• Ability to meet
  productivity and quality benchmarks
  in a remote, metrics‑driven environment.
• HIPAA compliance
  and commitment to data security.

• Experience supporting
  CoC accreditation
  and VA or federal health systems.
• Familiarity with registry software (OncoTraX, KACI, METRIQ, CNExT, etc.) – training provided if not experienced.
• NCRA, AHIMA/HIM credentials (RHIT/RHIA) or related degree in
  HIM, Oncology, or Public Health
  .

• Secure high‑speed internet and compliant remote workstation. Secure Laptop and dual monitors will be provided
• Ability to complete
  VA onboarding
  , background checks, and federal suitability requirements.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available).

Equal Opportunity
HYRE HARPER Co. is an
Equal Opportunity Employer
. We encourage applications from veterans, individuals with disabilities, and underrepresented groups.

Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage

• Medical Coverage:
  Multiple nationwide and regional options, including HMO, PPO, and HDHP plans, with access to 24/7 telemedicine and wellness programs.
• Dental & Vision Insurance:
  Preventive, basic, and major dental services, plus vision exams, frames, and contact lenses.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA):
  Pre-tax savings for healthcare expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Confidential support for mental health, legal consultations, and work-life balance.

Financial Wellbeing

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching.
• Financial
  
  Coaching:
  
  Budgeting tools and financial planning support.
• Commuter Benefits & Adoption Assistance:
  Savings on mass transit and reimbursement for eligible adoption expenses.

Work-Life Balance & Professional Growth

• PTOPaid Holidays Sick Time Training & Development:
  Access to on-demand courses and professional growth programs.

Additional Perks

• Market Place™ Perks at Work:
  Discounts on fitness, nutrition, travel, and childcare.
• Community Online Academy:
  Free wellness and professional development courses.

Full Benefits Package can be found at:
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