Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $23.24 to $34.85 per hour. (Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements).
Schedule: This is a full-time day shift, remote position! Will have to attend on-site General Orientation.
The Impact You Can Make
As an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS®), you will analyze all forms of medical records extracting clinical, pathological, therapeutic and epidemiologic data. Abstract and code all malignant and reportable benign conditions diagnosed and/or treated throughout the Glens Falls Hospital system for all pathologically or clinically diagnosed cases including imaging or cytology. Oncology data is a specialized field that supports cancer care without being on the front lines of patient care.
How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities)
Abstracting – Assign correct codes using all manuals, coding and staging schemas in current use. Thorough documentation to support coding choices. Must be able to recognize basic cell types for classification purposes. Analyze electronic & paper medical records, extract clinical, pathological, therapeutic and epidemiologic data according to established oncology data collection practices & standards. Accurately enters all information into the registry software in adherence with regulatory timeliness guidelines.
Follow-up – Continuous follow-up through the initiation of first course of treatment for thorough documentation of complete therapies planned and administered. Documentation to include reason no treatment when applicable.
Case finding / Accessioning – Determine if a case qualifies for accessioning using all manuals, coding and staging schemas in current use, prepare and abstract data on all patients receiving diagnosis and/or treatment care.
Cancer Program Support – Maintains the cancer registry in accordance with accepted ACoS CoC standards, NYSCR regulations, and GFH guidelines. Provides support for oncology case conference in the absence of the Oncology Data Management Coordinator.
Professional Development – obtain continuing education units as required to maintain ODS credential, participate in professional organizations, meetings and educational programs to advance knowledge and expertise in registry data management.
What You Bring (Qualifications)
Education: Minimum Associates degree required; Bachelor’s preferred. Continued education maintained for ODS credential per NYS DOH and CoC regulations.
Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in related healthcare field or practicum in an NCRA accredited program.
Licenses/Certificates/Registrations: Certified Oncology Data Specialist required. A strong candidate who meets eligibility requirements for ODS credentialing within 2 years of employment while working under the supervision of an ODS may be considered.
Skills/Abilities:
- Position requires knowledge of malignant disease process, applicable work-up, treatment and outcomes for each disease.
- Possess ability to maintain current knowledge of treatment trends, diagnostics, understand and appreciate the role of the registry within the cancer program; proficiency in medical terminology, anatomy & physiology.
- Good communication skills and experience interacting with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Knowledge of computer operations, MS Office Suite and current registry vendor software (ERS/CRStar).
Skills Required
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- At least 3 years of experience in a related healthcare field, or practicum in an NCRA-accredited program
- Certified Oncology Data Specialist credential
- Knowledge of malignant disease processes, diagnostic workups, treatments, and outcomes
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite and oncology registry vendor software such as ERS/CRStar
What We Do
Albany Medical Center, northeastern New York’s only academic medical center, is one of the Capital Region’s largest private employers with more than 9,000 employees. Albany Medical Center provides the highest level of patient care across disciplines, while receiving regional, national, and international recognition for high standards in patient care, education, and biomedical research. The 766-bed Albany Medical Center offers access to the latest medical services and technological innovations and includes one of the busiest emergency rooms and trauma centers in New York, a children’s hospital and dedicated pediatric emergency room, intensive care units for adults and children, and organ transplant services. Albany Medical College graduates more than 200 medical doctors each year, as well as PAs, CRNAs, biomedical scientists, and bioethicists. Albany Medical College operates a biomedical research enterprise and the region’s largest physician practice with more than 500 doctors. Albany Medical Center, along with Albany Medical College, is a partner in the Albany Med Health System, the largest and only regionally governed, not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England.
