Building Location: Building A - Duluth Clinic - 1st Street Department: 45340 Cancer Registry Job Description: The Cancer Registrar is responsible for interpreting complex medical information in electronic medical records to support oncology program activities including oncology service line functions, regulatory and accreditation requirements. This position is responsible for abstraction of clinical data into the Essentia Health cancer registry database in accordance with reporting and data quality requirements of Essentia Health standards, governing national and state registry standards to assist in the achievement of institutional goals. Education Qualifications: Key Responsibilities: Review newly identified oncology cases diagnosed and/or treated within the organization for reportability utilizing oncology standard setter requirements Utilize the electronic medical record and outside facility medical records to analyze and abstract all required oncology diagnosis and treatment data according to cancer registry standard setter agencies Maintain integrity of the registry database by submitting accurate and timely data in accordance with department benchmarks and state and national regulations Provide support for the Oncology Service Line and Breast Program accreditation activities Participate in cancer registry quality initiatives, program development and process improvement initiatives Educational Requirements: Associate degree in Cancer Registry Management or health information related field OR minimum of 2 years cancer registry experience with current ODS credential Required Qualifications: Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, diagnostic examination, symptoms/characteristics/behavior of oncology diseases and current methods of treatment Knowledge and skill in computer applications Strong time management with the ability to work independently Data entry and analytical skills Preferred Qualifications: 1 year experience as a cancer registrar Experience with electronic medical records and cancer registry systems Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Certification/Licensure Required: Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credential required or successful completion of Oncology Data Specialist credential examination within 3 years of employment FTE: 1 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Remote Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 8:00 AM Shift End Time: 4:30 PM Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: DC USWA Main & Neighborhoods (DCUMN) Union Posting Deadline: 06/6/2024 11pm To search for more jobs, please CLICK HERE. Find more than a job. Find more in yourself. Find your calling. Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others. Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.