Tumor Registrar jobs in Indiana
Tumor Registrar identifies, registers, and maintains records of all cancer patients using tumor registry systems and software. Prepares abstracts and performs coding of clinical patient data related to cancer. Being a Tumor Registrar performs data analysis and provides reports used by researchers, physicians, institutions, and patients. Adheres to all coding and privacy policies, guidelines, and regulations. Additionally, Tumor Registrar may require an associate degree or equivalent. Requires Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential. May require Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Tumor Registrar works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Tumor Registrar typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- Reid Health
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Richmond, IN
FULL_TIME
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Find your WHY at Reid Health
Under the direction of a Certified Tumor Registrar, Practice Manager, Clinical Manager and Director the CTR in training reviews the records of patients diagnosed, treated, or followed for cancer. CTR in training completes case finding to collect diagnostic, prognostic, treatment, and survival data for the purpose of monitoring/analyzing cancer incidence, treatment, outcomes, performance improvement and subsequently assisting with administrative planning and marketing, support programs, and research activities. Will be able to Interpret data for research projects as well compiles non-analytic data for facility and state databases. Maintains oncology registry database in compliance with Commission on Cancer (CoC) standards.
Our values of Excellence, Empathy, Integrity and Accountability are essential to exceed our customers’ expectations. At Reid, we look for individuals who believe in our core values and demonstrate a genuine desire to make a positive impact to those we serve. We take pride in employing people who show up every day with a commitment to these values along with our mission and vision. We are one team working toward a common goal of providing outstanding customer care and service to our communities. If you have a calling to serve and are looking for meaningful and purposeful work, Reid Health is the place for you.
To lead our communities to well-being, one person at a time. It is not just what we do – it is who we are.
Overview of Responsibilities
The following list describes the essential duties of this role. Individuals in this role may not perform all these duties, or may perform additional, related duties not listed here.
- Identify reportable and non-reportable neoplasms to be included in the registry as outlined by CoC standards and reporting requirements.
- Create suspense files for identified reportable neoplasms by abstracting information from the patient medical record to include demographic characteristics, history of neoplasm, primary site, histology, laterality, case finding source, location of diagnosis, managing physician, type of diagnostic confirmation and name of referring facility.
- Perform oncology coding and abstraction of identified non-reportable neoplasms for inclusion in the registry database in compliance with standards set by the CoC, Cancer Committee guidelines and departmental standards.
- Transfer AJCC staging from EHR into cancer registry database for analytic cases abstracted.
- Collect survivorship data for all applicable newly diagnosed cancer patients to include medical status, first recurrence, death and autopsy information from patient medical records or letters to provide end results information.
- Qualitative analysis follow ups – Perform a comprehensive review of data entered for each patient to ensure the completion and accuracy of the data elements.
- Assist with room and audiovisual equipment set up and coordinating bi-monthly oncology conferences and quarterly CoC meetings.
- Maintain competency and stay abreast of current literature and trends by participating in at least one cancer-related educational activity at the local level in accordance with CoC standards.
- Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by Cancer Registry Manager.
- CTR-eligible college graduate preferred.
- Ability to sit for and successfully pass CTR certification within 3 months of completion of education.
- 1 Month Ago
Education/Experience
Successful completion of Reid Hospital orientation and competency-based skills appropriate through ongoing assessment of competence and educational activities. Written evaluations are done on an annual basis.
Education Required: Graduate of an approved school of Certified Tumor Registrar within one year of hire
Education Preferred: Certified Tumor Registrar
Experience Required: None
Experience Preferred: Minimum one-year experience.
Licensure: None
Certifications: None
Other: None
Schedule Details
Day Shift. 40 hours weekly. Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm. Occasionally, reporting at 7:00am for scheduled Oncology meetings.What We Offer
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