This role is responsible for the collection, retrieval, and analysis of data on patients with cancer and certain benign tumors. Responsible for follow-up information and data entry maintaining current knowledge of and disseminating updates from the Commission on Cancer standards. The cancer registry department serves as primary contact providing guidance of activities aimed at achieving and maintaining cancer program accreditations. This includes interpretation and education of new standards, assessment of compliance, identification of opportunities for improvement, and facilitation efforts to achieve and maintain compliance. Initiates and/or coordinates clinical data collection and submits reports using statistical techniques. Maintains a sense of pride and ownership for the program. Maintains confidentiality of all interactions.
Schedule:
- Full-time | 72hours every two weeks | Remote
- Days | 8-hour shifts | 7:30am – 4pm
- Occasional requirements to be onsite
Pay and Benefits:
- Starting pay begins at $25.20 per hour; exact wage determined by years of related experience
Pay range: $25.20 - $37.81 per hour
Tuition reimbursement and college grant programs available
Full-time benefits: Medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!
Qualifications:
- Associate degree from an accredited school of Health Information Technology or Cancer Registry Management or bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Health Information Technology required.
- 1 year of experience in Cancer Registry required
- 2 years of experience in health care required
- Certification options:
- Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) Certification required, can be obtained within 2 years of hire or
- Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) Certification and Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or
- Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) Certification and Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
- 3 years Current Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR), 3-years’ experience in a hospital-based registry preferred
- EPIC and CRStar experience preferred
CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.
Skills Required
- Associate degree in Health Information Technology or Cancer Registry Management, or bachelor's in Health Information Technology
- 1 year of experience in Cancer Registry
- 2 years of experience in health care
- Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) Certification required (may be obtained within 2 years of hire)
- Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) with 3 years experience in a hospital-based registry
- Experience with Epic
- Experience with CRStar
What We Do
As an integrated, not-for-profit organization, CentraCare is working to improve the lives and wellbeing of those living in Central Minnesota. CentraCare provides care through hospitals located in St. Cloud, Long Prairie, Melrose, Monticello, Paynesville and Sauk Centre with more than 25 clinics and specialty centers throughout the region. Additionally, Carris Health, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CentraCare, is comprised of Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar, Redwood Hospital in Redwood Falls and seven clinics in the Southwest and West Central region of the state. CentraCare – St. Cloud Hospital has been a Magnet-designated hospital since 2004 and repeatedly receives national recognition for its outstanding quality measures. CentraCare provides comprehensive primary through tertiary care, CentraCare also operates numerous specialty services, including the CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center, Coborn Cancer Center and the CentraCare Kidney Program. CentraCare serves all who seek care with compassion, dignity and respect, while seeking to enhance individual and community health. Mission: CentraCare Health works to improve the health of every patient, every day. Vision: CentraCare Health will be the leader in Minnesota for quality, safety, service and value. Core Values: •Patient Centered: Serving patients above all. •Integrity: Adhering to honest and ethical practices. •Collaboration: Working jointly with others to improve health and health care. •Compassion: Serving all who seek our care with kindness, dignity, and respect. •Stewardship: Ensuring responsible use of all resources to best serve our communities.
