Title: Cancer Registry Consultant Duration: 40 hours per week, with an option to extend (not to exceed 12 months total) Location: Remote Work Schedule: Monday Friday, 40 hours per week, Interview Process: Two-round interview, including completion of a test case. Description This full-time position supports the central cancer registry by collecting and maintaining complete, timely, and high-quality cancer data from various healthcare facilities. Data are collected in accordance with applicable state laws and standards established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Program of Cancer Registries and the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries. Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To Establish and maintain professional relationships with staff at reporting facilities, including cancer data reporters, healthcare professionals, and administrators, to collect and maintain tumor-specific and demographic information related to cancer cases. Assist with registry functions to consolidate reported cancer cases, review duplicate cases, clean data through edits, and complete follow-up for cases reported through death certificates. Track assigned reporting facilities for completeness, timeliness, and quality of data submissions, ensuring the quality of data received. Communicate with assigned reporting facilities to ensure compliance with state reporting statutes. Support cancer data reporters with case finding, abstracting, reporting requirements, and updates to reporting standards. Assist with preparing grant-required reports, including Mid-Year Progress Reports and End-of-Year Reports. Support a federally and state-legislatively mandated surveillance system. Attend at least 75% of webinars offered by NPCR and NAACCR annually and participate in cancer abstraction, reporting, and registry data management training as needed. Attend training identified through the employee development plan, funding source, and national standard setters for central cancer registries. Complete the continuing education hours and requirements necessary to maintain ODS-C certification. Perform other duties as assigned. This job description is not intended to provide a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Current certification as a Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) is required. Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience pathways: High school diploma and three years of experience in cancer abstraction within a healthcare or cancer registry setting. Associate degree from a Health Information Management (HIM) program, with certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). Degree in cancer registry management, biology, or a health-related field. Preference will be given to applicants with two or more years of post-ODS-C certification experience and those with central registry experience. Extensive knowledge and experience in cancer case abstraction are required. A strong understanding of cancer registry operations and functions, particularly in a central registry, is preferred. Strong customer service and oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills and attention to detail. Experience with Rocky Mountain Cancer Data Systems (RMCDS) or SEER*DMS is preferred. Candidates must have their own computer to remotely access the registry network. Home internet speeds of at least 100 Mbps are required. Special Requirements Employees must follow the applicable telework policy and maintain strict confidentiality. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting and daily use of a computer and telephone. Employees must provide their own computer for remote network access and maintain home internet speeds of at least 100 Mbps. Education and Experience Candidates Must Meet One Of The Following Qualifications High school diploma and three years of experience in cancer abstraction within a healthcare or cancer registry setting. Associate degree from a Health Information Management (HIM) program, with RHIT or RHIA certification. Bachelor's degree in biology or a health-related field. Current ODS-C certification is required. Preference will be given to candidates with two or more years of post-certification experience and central registry experience. Valued Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Extensive knowledge and experience in cancer case abstraction. Understanding of cancer registry operations and functions, particularly central registry operations. Strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail. Experience with Rocky Mountain Cancer Data Systems (RMCDS) or SEER*DMS. Primary Skills: Cancer Registry, Cancer Case Abstraction, ODS-C Certification, Cancer Data Management, Registry Reporting Secondary Skills: RMCDS, SEER*DMS, Data Quality, Healthcare Data, Medical Records, Regulatory Compliance, Grant Reporting, Customer Service, Communication Skills