Cancer Registrar - Owensboro Health

Job Summary
Responsible for collecting, abstracting, and reporting cancer incidence data in accordance with Kentucky Cancer Registry, ACoS/CoC, and National Cancer Database (NCDB) requirements. Job Responsibilities

• Identifies and analyzes the history, diagnosis, treatment, disease status, and survival data of cancer patients and patients with other reportable disease processes as directed by Kentucky Cancer Registry and ACoS/CoC.
• Prepares statistical reports on mortality rates, treatment effects, incidence rates of various diagnostic categories, and demographic variables.
• Complies with all reporting requests and requirements.
• Assists in meeting the American of College of Surgeons' criteria for reports, statistics, quality assurance audits, oncology conferences and Cancer Committee meetings.
• Coordinates with physicians all aspects of the weekly tumor and oncology conferences as assigned.
• Provides cancer data upon request by physicians, Cancer Committee, ancillary department, and other registries for the purpose of research, treatment, marketing, and follow up.
• Serves as a required member of the Cancer Committee and Breast Program Leadership Committee.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• No experience required
• ODS - Oncology Data Specialist from National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) required within 48 months of employment in this position

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: Frequently
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Never
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never
• Climbing: Rarely
• Bending/Stooping: Rarely
• Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Occasionally
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Never
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

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