Oncology Data Specialist

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Job description

Location: Remote if located in the state of Florida

Department: Cancer Data Center

Work Type: Full Time ; Non-Exempt

Department Hours:Monday - Friday ; 7:00:00 AM to 5:30:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$22.78 - $29.62 / hour based on experience

Up to $4,500 in hiring incentives

Summary

Performs all Cancer Registry functions in compliance with national and state regulations and administrative law including data collection and follow-up of patients. Assists with cancer conferences and various registry activities including studies, audits, etc.

General Responsibilities Include:

Abstracting- Follows procedural requirements and guidelines of American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, FCDS (Florida Cancer Data System), NCDB (National Cancer Data Base) and Lee Health. Independently complete a minimum of 90 abstracts per month. Run Monthly Suspense reports reviewed to identify cases for abstracting. Identify recurrences, and follow-up on monthly suspense reports. Case finding Review of pathology and cytology reports, ER/PR assays, and other diagnostic reports for identifying reportable cases. Weekly Cancer Conferences Assists in coordinating weekly cancer conferences and/or records and documents cancer conference findings. Assist with WebEx conferencing. Florida Cancer Data System Audits Assists with FCDS audits as necessary. Track National Cancer Database edits and performance. Run customized reports and track data. Respond to administrative and physician requests for data. Assists interns with their training. Maintains the ODS credential per NCRA.

Requirements

Education:

Associate degree required.

Experience:

2 3 years experience or applicable combination of certification and training. Microsoft Office.

Certification:

Cancer Registry Management Training Degree or Certification or associate degree in Health Information Management and formal coursework in Anatomy & Physiology.

License:

Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credential.

Other:

Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology and Medical Terminology.

Join us at Lee Health and be valued as a person, not just an employee, within a culture built on teamwork, empowerment, and continuous improvement. We have created something truly exceptional in Southwest Florida, with careers for compassionate health care professionals eager to realize their full potential across a diversity of opportunities throughout our health system. Come be recognized for your personal contributions with your new family at Lee Health and let our growth be the catalyst for your success.

Lee Health consists of four acute care hospitals: Lee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Cape Coral Hospital, and two specialty hospitals: Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida and The Rehabilitation Hospital. We also offer over 90 physician offices, expanding Home Health division, Skilled Nursing Facilities and more. At Lee Health, we see over 1 million patient contacts each year, making us one of the largest public health systems in Florida.

Why is Lee Health for YOU?

Affordable insurance benefits with family coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 5% match

Generous PTO Plan

Free onsite Employee Health services

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite child day care centers

Life Disability Insurance

Education assistance and PSLF eligible

Market competitive rates

Collaborative Team

Community Focused Reputation

Supplemental benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, etc)

US:FL:Fort Myers

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