ONCOLOGY DATA SPECIALIST

Job Summary/Overall Objectives

The Oncology Data Specialist reviews patient documentation and diagnostic information to analyze and abstract tumor data. Timely and accurate coding and staging of all cases is essential as well as the ability to identify treatment modalities utilizing specialized software. Compiles requests for data and statistics from the Cancer Registry for facility planning, administration and internal department requests according to established policies and procedures. Assists with and attends Cancer Committee and Tumor Board meetings. Maintains compliance with Cancer Registry related policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

· Accurately identifies all reportable cases for abstracting and obtains necessary information or clarification from physician.

· Responsible to document and maintain meeting minutes during weekly Tumor Board meetings and bi-annual Cancer Conferences

· Compiles requests for data and statistics from the Cancer Registry for facility planning, administration and internal department requests according to established policies and procedures.

· Remains current on requirements from the state for reporting, as well as emerging technology and terminology for the treatment of cancer.

· Performs other departmental duties as assigned by the department manager by following established guidelines to facilitate a productive an efficient department.

· Other duties as assigned.

Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]

Required Qualifications/Experience

· High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.

· Experience in a healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

· Associate’s degree or higher level of education.

· Certified Tumor Registrar from the National Cancer Registrar’s Association of America.

· Prior experience in tumor registry

· Medical Terminology

License, Certification & Clearances

· PA Act 34 Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History Clearance required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

· Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).

· Travel may be expected locally between System locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat X Extreme Cold X Heights X Confined Spaces X Extreme Noise(>85dB) X Mechanical Hazards X Use of Vibrating Tools X Operates Vehicle (company) X Operates Heavy Equipment X Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices X Rotates All Shifts X 8 Hours Shifts X 10-12 Hours Shifts X On-Call X Overtime( 8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk) X Travel Between Sites X Direct Patient Care x Respirator Protective Equipment x Eye Protection x Head Protection (hard hat) x Hearing Protection x Hand Protection x Feet, Toe Protection x Body Protection X Latex Exposure X Solvent Exposure X Paint (direct use) Exposure X Dust (sanding) Exposure X Ethylene Oxide Exposure X Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure X Blood/Body Fluid Exposure X Chemicals (direct use) Exposure X Mist Exposure X Wax Stripper (direct use) X Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Laser Exposure X

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) X Sitting X Walking x Climbing Stairs X Climbing Ladders X Standing X Kneeling X Squatting (Crouching) X Twisting/Turning X Keyboard/Computer Operation x Gross Grasp X Fine Finger Manipulation X Hand/Arm Coordination X Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) X Carry X Transfer/Push/Pull Patients X Seeing Near w/Acuity X Feeling (Sensation) X Color Vision x Hearing Clearly X Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead X Reaching Above Shoulder Level X Reaching Forward X Lifting Floor to Knuckle X Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle X Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder X Lifting Shoulder to Overhead X

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.