Cancer Registry Data Specialist in Westminster, Maryland at LifeBridge Health

Location: Remote (Must reside in MD, PA, WV, or VA)
Facility: Carroll Hospital – 291 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157
Schedule: Full-time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Carroll Hospital, a LifeBridge Health Center, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Cancer Registry Data Specialist to join our remote Cancer Registry team. This position plays a critical role in capturing high-quality oncology data in compliance with state, national, and accreditation standards. Candidates must reside in Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, or Virginia.

• Accurately identify, collect, and abstract comprehensive cancer-related data using Cerner and/or Mosaiq.

• Interpret pathology, radiology, treatment records, laboratory results, and other documentation to assign appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes.

• Ensure compliance with data collection standards from organizations such as:

  • American College of Surgeons (CoC)

  • NAACCR, AJCC, SEER, FORDS, ICD-O, WHO, and HIPAA.

• Perform lifetime follow-up on cancer cases by contacting external hospitals and providers.

• Conduct edits on abstracts and resolve errors.

• Support the development of Survivorship Care Plans using CRStar and Journey Forward.

• Assist in quarterly physician QA reviews and respond to external Requests for Information (RFIs).

• Participate in planning cancer conferences and committee tasks as needed.

• Collaborate with internal departments, external facilities, and providers in a professional and proactive manner.

• Experience as an Oncology Data Specialist is required.

• Knowledge of cancer registry standards, including Maryland/National Cancer Reporting Act, CoC Program Standards, and relevant coding/classification systems.

• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), preferably Cerner and Mosaiq.

• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to continued education and maintaining relevant credentials and certifications.

• Part of LifeBridge Health, one of the largest and most respected healthcare providers in the region.

• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment.

• Remote flexibility with strong leadership support.

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and advancement.