UPMC · 9 hours ago
Oncology Data Specialist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry Level
1+ years expUPMC Hillman Cancer Center is a leading institution for cancer care, research, and education. They are seeking an Oncology Data Specialist to join their Cancer Registry Team, where the role involves abstracting and coding clinical data, analyzing medical records, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to promote registry use and accuracy.
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Responsibilities
Maintain a follow up success rate of at least 90% for cases abstracted in a five-year timeframe, 80% for entire database
Timely and complete abstracting reviewing at the required standard that is dependent on the annual caseload
Maintain minimally, in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Health standard, a data quality level of at least 97% for data items reviewed if facility is located in Pennsylvania
Perform other functions and tasks required to maintain a current and accurate database and stay in compliance with the requirements of UPMC, American College of Surgeons (ACoS), Pennsylvania Department of Health (if facility is located in Pennsylvania), and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Organizations (JCAHO)
Qualification
Required
Completion of a registry training program or direct experience in a cancer registry setting
Minimum 1 year of oncology or abstracting experience
High school diploma required
1 year oncology or abstracting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Proficient in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, abstracting techniques, AJCC and SEER summary staging systems, ICDO, ICD-9-CM, and/or other clinical coding systems
Experience with hospital data systems, Microsoft Office software products and/or personal computers
Accurate and efficient keyboarding skills necessary to meet productivity standards
Preferred
ODS certification is preferred but not required
A team-oriented mindset
Associate's or B.S. degree in Health Information Management preferred
Registry experience or education are preferred
Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) preferred
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive training to support your professional growth.
Flexible remote work options and a commitment to work-life balance.
Company
UPMC
UPMC is one of the leading nonprofit health systems in the United States. A $10 billion integrated global health enterprise headquartered
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$0.46MKey Investors
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2024-09-18Grant· $0.46M
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