Oncology Data Specialist

<div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <p><strong>Essential Job Functions</strong> </p> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <p>Perform daily abstraction of cancer cases into the cancer registry database. </p> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Responsible for running and resolving EDIT’s prior to submission of cases to the State Central Registry and NCDB. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Utilize CoC and State Cancer Registry data standards and coding instructions to determine all reportable cases. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Abstract cases completely, whenever possible. In cases where complete treatment data is not available, request this information from the managing physician. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Abstract cases within six months from first date of first contact. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Maintain a log to document the abstraction of all records as well as non-reportable cases </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Submit cases to the State Central Registry, if requested. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Process case finding, follow-up and other registry duties. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Maintain the suspense system, if required. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Enter follow up and/or update information on patients who have been re-admitted to the hospital following the completion of an abstract. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Perform duties in compliance with Company’s policies and procedures, including but not limited to those related to HIPAA and compliance. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Maintains a knowledge base of ICD-O, AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Database and Manual, SEER Coding and Staging Manual, Collaborative Staging, SEER Multiple Primaries and Histology’s, SEER Rx Database and Facility Oncology Data Standards </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <p><strong>Key Success Indicators/Attributes</strong> </p> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <p>Knowledge of cancer and its management, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, biostatistics and epidemiology, cancer data abstracting, database record management, cancer program management, and cancer registry procedures. </p> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, changing environment. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Demonstrate ability to self-motivate, set goals, and meet deadlines. </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Maintain courteous and professional working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Demonstrate excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Attention to detail, time management and excellent communication in written and spoken word. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Adherence with both client and Omega specific quality and productivity standards, and detail specific data abstraction. </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing a variety of software applications.  </li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin:0px;padding:0px;"> <ul> <li>Knowledge of Joint Commission, abstracting compliance and HIPAA-HITECH standards affecting medical records and the impact on reimbursement and accreditation. </li> </ul> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p><strong>Supervisory Responsibility</strong> </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p>No </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p> </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p><strong>Work Environment</strong> </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p>This job operates in a remote home office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones. </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p> </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p><strong>Physical Demands</strong> </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p> </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p> </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p><strong>Position Type/Expected Hours of Work</strong> </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p>This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position occasionally requires long hours and weekend work. </p> </div> <div style="font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;"> <p> </p> </div> <p> </p> </div> </div> <br><p style="margin:0px">Founded in 2003, Omega Healthcare Management Services® (Omega Healthcare) empowers healthcare to thrive via intelligent solutions that optimize revenue cycle operations, administrative workflows, care coordination, and clinical research on a global scale. The company works with providers, payers, life science companies, medical device manufacturers, health technology firms, researchers, and industry partners to amplify teams with robust technology, specialty expertise, and operational support. Omega Healthcare serves more than 350 healthcare organizations with 35,000 skilled workers in the United States, India, Colombia, and the Philippines. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.omegahms.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.omegahms.com</a></p> <p style="margin:0px"><br></p> <p style="margin:0px">We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, dental, and vision coverage, voluntary insurance options, a 401(k) plan with employer match, professional development opportunities, paid time off, and holiday pay. Eligible employees may also have the opportunity to participate in bonus programs, commissions, or other variable incentive plans. Benefits and incentive eligibility may vary based on position, location, and tenure.</p> <p><b>AAP/EEO Statement</b></p> <p>Omega Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Omega Healthcare also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.</p> <p>Omega Healthcare makes reasonable accommodations when needed for applicants and candidates with disabilities or religious observances. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or any other part of the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at <a href="mailto:employeerelationsus@omegahms.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">employeerelationsus@omegahms.com</a>.</p>

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