Oncology Data Management Specialist - 2297-1 - Valley Health : Job Details

The Oncology Data Management Specialist is responsible for interpreting complex medical information in electronic medical records to support critical program activities including direct patient care, regulatory and accreditation requirements. The Specialist is responsible for identification and abstraction of clinical data into the Valley Health System (VHS) Oncology Data Management System. The Specialist applies the policies and procedures of the Oncology Data Management System in accordance with VHS standards, governing national, and central registry standards to assist in the achievement of institutional goals.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Reviews newly identified cases of malignancies and certain benign tumors diagnosed and/or treated within the organization for reportability utilizing standard setter materials such as WHO ICD-O, applicable Surveillance of Epidemiology and End Results (SEER), North American Association of Central Cancer Registries (NAACCR) and Commission on Cancer (CoC) requirements.

Implements efficient and effective concurrent data abstraction techniques.

Determines the course of treatment and identify pertinent details of same based on diagnostics and treatment information in multiple EMRs.

Utilizes standard setting agencies to identify and assign appropriate codes for procedures and treatments performed related to diagnoses, treatments, and complications of cancer care in the abstract.

Protects the integrity of the registry database by upholding accurate and timely data quality and productivity benchmarks.

Actively participates in standard department meetings.

Performs Follow-Up by tracking all living patients to obtain end-results information and length of survival.

Participates in current and appropriate oncology related education.

Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Associates degree in General Sciences or Cancer Information Management (CIM) is required.

Experience:

Three years of experience at an accredited healthcare facility abstracting cancer data in a CoC is required.

Experience correctly assigns the AJCC, SEER Summary or other stage as appropriate. This includes interpretation and recording of biomarkers and prognostic indicators.

Experience working in a remote team environment is required.

Experience applying National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) clinical practice guidelines to best support abstraction text requirements.

Certification & Licensure:

Oncology Data Specialist certification (ODS-C) is required.

Qualifications:

Knowledgeable and experienced in topography and morphology of the reportable disease and codes according to the International Classification of Disease for Oncology (ICD-O) and other national coding standards.

Current knowledge of and the ability to use electronic health records, registry software and ODS specific references such as Standard for Oncology Registry Entry (STORE) and SEER Solid Tumor Rules and references for abstraction purposes.

Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, histology, pathophysiology and medical terminology.

Current knowledge of electronic medical records is required.

Curated knowledge of future, current, historical modalities of cancer care.

Skilled at reading and interpreting the components of medical record(s), such as pathology reports, radiology reports, laboratory reports, operative reports, physical exams, and treatment modalities to correctly abstract, code and stage reportable cases according to state and national standards.

Skill in the use of personal computers and oncology data management software applications.

Ability to perform in a results driven environment with the ability to measure their own success based on the ability to work independently on repetitive tasks.

Superior attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and maintain a high quality of abstraction.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Ability a proactive attitude about tasks before they become a problem.

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally.

In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development.

In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.