Registrar Tumor, Oncology Data Center in Livingston, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Registrar Tumor

Location: Melchiorre Cancer Center

Department Name: Oncology Data Center

Req #: 0000264335

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $36.00 - $41.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Registrar Tumor abstract all cases of malignancy diagnosed and/or treated. Abstract all cancer cases directly onto computer and report all cases to the State Cancer Registry. Assume responsibilities for Tumor Conference under the direction of the Director. Provide follow-up to cases via mail and telephone contact as mandated through abstracting.

As Registrar Tumor, a typical day might include the following:

• Abstracting and coding data on Radiation Therapy patients into the Oncology Data computer database

• Generating monthly follow up letters to physicians and patients and process returns,
• Monitoring case finding procedures as outlines in procedure manual
• Participating in the activities of the Cancer Committee and clinical tumor conferences
• Preparing and submitting data to National Cancer Database and ACOS patient care evaluations
• Providing data as requested by the medical staff
• Reporting new accession to NJ State Cancer Registry and responds to requests from NJSCR
• Identifying reportable neoplasm and related cases
• Reviewing and abstracting information from patient medical records and electronic sources into hospital cancer registry database in a timely manner
• Maintaining knowledge of operation and maintenance of cancer registry software, including follow up, statistical analysis, abstracting and security measures,
• Maintaining knowledge of in-house hospital database software
• Using appropriate records in appropriate and confidential manner

The Registrar Tumor role might be for you if:

• You communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families and healthcare professionals
• You stay organized and can effectively manage multiple priorities
• You enjoy coordinating schedules and solving challenges
• You are detailed-oriented
• You respond in timely manner to all office and schedule inquiries
• You work collaboratively with team members
• You are comfortable using electronic medical systems, including EPIC

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have an Associate Degree. Must have the Oncology Date Specialist Certification. Preferably with clerical experience in health care and medical terminology. Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office and proficient computer skills. Familiarity with office equipment such as copiers and fax machines. Must demonstrate willingness to learn. Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm. Hybrid/Onsite position with remote capability.