Metrowest Medical Center

Job Description:

Certified Tumor Registrar
Per Diem
Hours available up to 3 days/week (mostly week days)

Under general direction of the Director, Oncology Services, and according to established objectives and procedures, codes and abstracts tumor data, follows up on cancer patients, and performs long and short term patient care evaluation studies. Responsible for the maintenance of the registry for ACOS accreditation.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. In accordance with American College of Surgeons and National Cancer Society guidelines, maintains registry files and logs of all Hospital cancer cases. Conducts annual lifetime follow-up on patients in the Cancer Registry by contacting physician or patient. Enters all follow-up information into computerized registry system in a timely manner.

2. Codes and abstracts cancer-related data (i.e., summarizes patient’s hospital record including demographic data, diagnostic procedures, date of diagnosis, histological diagnosis, and treatment). Reports all new cancer cases to the Cancer Incidence Registry of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts through the computerized registry system.

3. Assists the Cancer Committee in the performance of Cancer Program activities. Records minutes of meetings, arranges conferences, and performs studies as requested. Conducts long and short term patient evaluation studies. Prepares regular and special statistical reports and analyses. Prepares annual report of activity.

4. Compiles requests for data from the registry on cancer patient population and related statistics for Hospital planning, administration, and any internal healthcare related department.

5. In consultation with supervisor and ACOS guidelines, develops tumor registry standards and goals. Remains abreast of developments in the field of tumor registry by pursuing a program of self-development and participating in educational and research activities of the National Tumor Registrar Association.

Required Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:
1. Level of knowledge equivalent to that ordinarily acquired through completion of an Associate’s Degree in medical record technology or nursing.
2. Must be a Certified Cancer Registrar.
3. Six to twelve months of experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Office environment.
2. Frequent walking, standing, and bending during normal course of duties. Concentrated effort required while using computer terminals and typing.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities and working conditions associated with the job.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Please apply online: https://www.mwmcjobs.com/apply/certified-tumor-registrar-per-diem-non-clinical-administrative-1-1705019656/

Maine Medical Center

Introduction:

Maine Medical Center is seeking an experienced Oncology Data Registrar in Scarborough, ME. The Oncology Data Analyst position is responsible for the identification, collection, and management of health, medical and outcome information on all oncology patients in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

Job Description:

Primary responsibilities include, abstracting and coding specific patient, cancer and treatment information from numerous sources (physician offices, MMC and other health care facilities) as well as maintaining and updating existing patient records annually.

Required Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology normally acquired through graduation from a two-year biomedical, medical technician or medical records program, or equivalent job experience in medical coding or cancer registry is required.
• CTR (Certified Tumor Registrar) is required.
• Ability to organize systems and extrapolate medical information.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions according to established guidelines.
• Ability to meet deadlines and to pay attention to detail.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

To apply for this position, please visit http://www.careersatmainehealth.org/job/7269544/tumor-registrar-%20oncology-scd-%20info-svs-%20scarborough-campus-%20scarborough-me/.

For a complete list of our opportunities, please visit www.careersatmainehealth.org.

You’ll love the comprehensive benefits that MMC offers – including pet insurance, cell phone discounts, tuition reimbursement, and our Employee Discount Program, “Perks Connect.”

About Maine Medical Center:

Maine Medical Center is a complete healthcare resource for the people of greater Portland, the entire state of Maine and Northern New England. With a history dating back to 1864, Maine Medical Center is the state’s largest medical center and the flagship facility of MaineHealth, with 637 beds and more than 7,000 employees. In addition, we have achieved Magnet™ status in recognition of our commitment to the highest standards of nursing excellence. Maine Medical Center’s unique role as both a community hospital and a referral center requires an unparalleled depth and breadth of services, including the state’s only medical school, through a partnership with Tufts University School of Medicine, and a world-class biomedical research center, the Maine Medical Center Research Institute.
Inside and out, you’ll find what you’re looking for when you join Maine Medical Center. As the largest hospital in northern New England, MMC is committed to helping you grow professionally throughout your career. From tuition assistance and scholarships, to ongoing education, leadership training, mentoring and promotion opportunities, we offer the resources you need to achieve your career goals.

MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

Dartmouth-Hitchcock

Introduction:

Tumor Registrar
Dartmouth-Hitchcock, Lebanon, NH

Dartmouth-Hitchcock is seeking a Tumor Registrar to join our team. In this role, the candidate will review and enter data related to tumors into the system of record. The candidate will train and oversee other team members, giving input into performance appraisals. In addition, the Tumor Registrar will perform follow-up and state reporting functions to ensure proper tracking. Working remotely in NH or VT is an option for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Abstracts information on demographic characteristics, diagnostic procedures, diagnosis, extent of disease, and treatment from electronic patient records and manuals.
• Reviews clinical records of cancer patients. Determines the stage of the cancer at diagnosis using staging schemas.
• Enters pertinent data into computerized database.
• Submits reports to the New Hampshire State Cancer Registry (NHSCR) of newly identified cancer patients.
• Assumes responsibility for the oversight and training of Oncology Data Coordinators, giving input into performance appraisals.
• Acts as the main coordinator for reporting, coding, and abstracting all cancer cases of selected physicians.
• Responds to inquiries from other cancer registries regarding the treatment and follow-up of shared cancer patients.
• Writes computer programs to prepare information in response to special requests from physicians and researchers regarding the cancer experiences. Interacts with computer programming staff to implement changes and improvements in data base structure.
• Identifies new cancer patients through review of reports from pathology, DNA studies, cytology, radiation therapy, autopsy, history, and physical reports.
• Organizes and participates in quality assurance reviews of tumor registry work by physicians. Audits patient records. Checks abstracts against records. Responds to reviewing physician concerns.
• Coordinates and attends meetings to be held with the NHSCR.

Qualifications:

To be considered candidates must be High school graduates with 4 years of combined medical records and computer database management/ data processing experience, or the equivalent. In this role, candidates are required to have Certified Tumor Registrar certification. In addition, candidates should have extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology along with strong organizational skills, with accuracy and attention to detail.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Dartmouth-Hitchcock is an academic health system, serving patients across New England. A national leader in patient-centered health care, D-H is on a path to create a sustainable health system for the region and as a model for the nation. Founded in 1893, the system includes New Hampshire’s only Level 1 trauma center and its only air ambulance service, as well as the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, one of only 41 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the nation, and the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth-Hitchcock, the state’s only Children’s Hospital Association-approved, comprehensive, full-service children’s hospital. As an academic health system, Dartmouth-Hitchcock provides access to nearly 1,500 primary care doctors and specialists in almost every area of medicine, as well as world-class research with the Audrey and Theodor Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at:
http://careers.dartmouth-hitchcock.org/

Dartmouth-Hitchcock is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.