Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Introduction:

You belong at Newton-Wellesley Hospital where your talent is valued, your professional growth is honored and where your career will thrive in one of the country’s best academic community hospitals. We hear it over and over again. People love working at Newton-Wellesley Hospital because of the strong sense of belonging they experience here.
Dedicated healthcare professionals appreciate our easy-to-reach suburban location, superb resources, status as an outstanding teaching hospital and commitment to compassion and mutual respect.

Job Description:

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is looking for a Tumor Registrar to join our Health Information Management team. The Tumor Registrar is responsible for the identification of patients with cancer, analysis and interpretation of the cancer site, extent, treatment and follow-up of such patients; quality management of cancer registry data; data collection for patient care evaluation studies; queries of database for data analysis, statistical reports; follow-up letter production and state reporting; maintenance of database; coordination and attendance of weekly tumor conferences; coordination and attendance of cancer care committee meetings. Data collection that meet the standards of the Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Massachusetts Cancer Registry (MCR).

The focus of this role is in the following areas:

• Cancer Program Management to meet Accreditation Standards of the CoC in Comprehensive Community Cancer Program (CCCP) category
• Examines medical and pathology records to determine patient eligibility for the cancer registry and prepares an abstract for each new cancer patient.
• Manages the METRIQ data system designed for the collection, management and analysis of data of patients with the diagnosis of malignant disease and non-malignant tumor of the brain and central nervous system tumors

Required Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a NCRA-accredited Associate’s degree or certificate with an Associate’s degree with completion of 160-hour practicum at a cancer registry. Alternatively, candidates may have a minimum of an associate’s degree with two semesters of coursework in anatomy, plus 1,950 hours or more of cancer registry experience.
All cancer registry staff who perform case abstracting at a CoC-accredited program must hold a current National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential.

Minimum of 1 – 2 years of work experience in comparable position.

Education Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in related field.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

All interested candidates can send their resume to Randi Gould at: regould@partners.org or directly to our careers site at:

https://partners.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=3105114&lang=en&sns_id=mailto#.XhOWQxys788.mailto

Lowell General Hospital

Introduction:

The Cancer Registrar under the supervision of the Program Manager for Cancer Services and Director of Patient Care, Cancer Services, performs services in the Cancer Center according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. This position works cooperatively within the department and other services to create a system of quality health care.

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week, day shift.
Must have CTR Certification or be CTR eligible.

Job Description:

Job Duties:

• Responsible for abstracting, reporting, case identification, coding and recording of Cancer data entry
• Monitor and evaluate registry quality metrics
• Report on Commission on Cancer quality initiatives / metrics
• Coordination of Cancer Conference meetings
• Ensures integrity and quality of departmental compliance and database with external state regulations
• Responsible for collection and reporting all Cancer data to State
• Contributes to the continued success of ACOS, CoC accreditation
• Follow-up compliance per Standards

Required Qualifications:

Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR required)
1-3 years tumor registry experience
Preferred: knowledge of ACOS Commission on Cancer requirements
HS Diploma or GED

Skills, Abilities & Competencies:

Verbal
Interpersonal
Customer Relations
Mathematical
Analytical
Read/Comprehend written instructions

Compensation/Benefits:

What We Offer:

• Competitive salaries & benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-campus parking

About Lowell General Hospital:

Lowell General Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit community hospital serving the Greater Lowell area and surrounding communities. With two primary campuses located in Lowell, Massachusetts, we are the second largest community hospital in Massachusetts. We have the latest state-of-the-art technology and a full range of medical and surgical services for patients, from newborns to seniors.

We are also a proud member of Circle Health and in collaboration with the medical community it is our promise to provide our patients with Complete connected care SM

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Please submit an application on our career site: https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wel#/job/9410

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Introduction:

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital (WDH), a subsidiary of Massachusetts General Hospital, is seeking a Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) Lead to join our very active, well-established cancer registry currently employing four (4) registry staff. Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Seacoast Cancer Center is a CoC accredited comprehensive community cancer center with a highly regarded regional reputation. The selected candidate would lead cancer registry quality initiatives and provide educational opportunities to new and experienced registry staff. WDH is located in Dover, NH.

Job Description:

• Support registry manager and team to meet departmental goals and objectives
• Evaluate and monitor registry quality metrics
• Monitor and report Commission on Cancer quality metrics
• Develop educational program based on identified needs
• Data abstraction and reporting
• Contribute to the continued success of ACOS, Commission on Cancer accreditation
• Assist with coordination of cancer conference meetings
• Is an active member of the cancer committee

Required Qualifications:

• Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR)
• 3 years’ experience in a cancer registry
• Experience in all aspects of registry functions with a focus on case abstracting
• Subject expert in abstracting methodologies
• Skilled educator
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Personal Qualities and Characteristics:

• Highly motivated
• Dedicated to excellence in data collection and reporting
• Committed to continued learning, research and personal / professional growth
• Team oriented

Education Qualifications:

Associates Degree in Medical Information or related to Health Care to include medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, computer skills, healthcare quality/performance improvement or equivalent experience.

Education Preferred/Desired:

Associates Degree in Medical Information with advanced training in Cancer Registry Management or healthcare quality/performance improvement

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in health care related field or with emphasis on health care.

Compensation/Benefits:

This position is full time offering a full benefits package including medical, dental and earned time (PTO). Salary commensurate with experience.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Submit your resume at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Careers website at:

https://www.wdhospital.org/wdh/careers/search-job-openings

Saint Anne’s Hospital / Steward Fall River, MA

Job Description:

Identifies, registers and maintains records of all cancer patients in support of the Cancer Program at Saint Anne’s Hospital. Analyzes registry data and disseminates information in accordance with regulatory requirements and in compliance with the American College of Surgeons.

Tumor Registry Certification (CTR).

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Education Requirements: Associates Degree or equivalent in health-related field, i.e., Registry Certificate Program, Records Administration and/or Accredited Record Technician

Tumor Registry Certification (CTR).

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum Work Experience: One to three years of cancer registry experience required

Education Qualifications:

Minimum Education Requirements: Associates Degree

Instructions for Resume Submission: https://jobs.steward.org/cancer-registrar-32hrs-1st-shift/job/11645304
Req # 14173

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth

Introduction:

Part-time, 20 hours per week, Day shift

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth recognizes Integrity, Respect, Trust, Teamwork and Excellence as the Core Values of our organization. It is the philosophy of BID-Plymouth to follow the LEAN methodology in order to provide the full continuum of health care services and the best quality patient centered care.

Job Description:

• Manages all case finding, abstracting and recording of cancer data.
• Responsible for ensuring the collection and reporting of all cancer data to State of Massachusetts
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data, at all times.
• Assists with data requests, quality assurance and patient care evaluations.
• Abstracts diagnostic procedural and adjuvant treatment information from medical record, infusion and radiation therapy charts.
• Ensures quality and integrity of the database and departmental compliance with external regulations.
• Assigns diagnostic, histology, morphologic, SEER, AJCC and extent of Disease staging schemes.
• Maintains NCRA required educational credits for every 3 year cycle.

*It is understood that this is a summary of key job functions and does not include every detail of the job that may reasonably be required.

Required Qualifications:

• Certification by National Tumor Registrar’s Association
• Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR required)
• Three to five years tumor registry experience
• Minimum one year application of automated registry systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of ACOS Commission on Cancer requirements
• Ability to read, write and comprehend at 12th grade level

Education Qualifications:

Associates degree or higher

Instructions for Resume Submission:

To apply, please visit: https://pm.healthcaresource.com/CS/jordan/#/job/11600

Resumes can be submitted to sbenotti@bidplymouth.org

Emerson Hospital

Job Description:

Cancer Registrar
Emerson Hospital
Concord, MA
Part Time/Day shift

Reporting directly to the Cancer Services Manager, interacting with physicians, patients and other hospital staff, supports all of the functions of the Cancer Registry and provides assistance with the functions of the cancer programs.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of college education related to a health field
• 3+ years of cancer registry experience, preferred
• CTR certification required
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Microsoft office products experience required

About Emerson Hospital:

Since 1911, our communities have looked to us to provide the most sophisticated, high-quality care available, close to home. Today, Emerson has grown to become a regional health system serving over 300,000 individuals in 25 communities in our area. And while much has changed, our commitment has remained the same: to provide advanced care in an atmosphere of warmth and compassion. It’s why we continually invest in new technologies and treatments. And it’s why we invest so heavily in our people – in their education, their growth, their futures.

The Difference is you.
Your insight. Your talent. Your confidence. Your touch. At Emerson Hospital, we know the real difference in our care is what you bring to us. Join us, and experience the Emerson Difference – a work culture that reflects the essence of compassionate care for our patients and each other.

An equal opportunity employer.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

To learn more or to apply, please visit: https://jobs.emersonhospital.org/job/cancer-registrar-clerical-administrative-support-emerson-hospital-3477/