What are the responsibilities and job description for the Oncology Data Specialist (Cancer Registry) Coordinator position at Licking Memorial Health Systems?
Hospital Oncology Clinic
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary
The Oncology Data Specialist Coordinator handles daily operations of the hospital’s cancer registry, including case finding, data abstraction, and submission to the National Cancer Database. The role ensures data accuracy, analyzes and reports findings at the Comprehensive Cancer Care Committee, and supports registry needs across departments. The coordinator also optimizes workflows, balances service requests with resources, and assists in coaching and performance improvement for registry staff.
Responsibilities
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary
The Oncology Data Specialist Coordinator handles daily operations of the hospital’s cancer registry, including case finding, data abstraction, and submission to the National Cancer Database. The role ensures data accuracy, analyzes and reports findings at the Comprehensive Cancer Care Committee, and supports registry needs across departments. The coordinator also optimizes workflows, balances service requests with resources, and assists in coaching and performance improvement for registry staff.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for case finding, abstracting data, as well as analyzing and reporting this data out at Comprehensive Cancer Care Committee.
- Ensures accuracy and integrity of medical record abstracted data.
- Enters information into facility's data base and submits data to the National Cancer Database.
- Coordinate operational activities for the hospital cancer registry Balance requests for services with resources.
- Coordinate processes and workflow associated with cancer registry operations. Support registry needs throughout the hospital.
- Assist with coaching and performance improvement plans for registry staff
- High school diploma or GED required
- Maintain Certified Tumor Registry (CTR) Certification
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Organizational and administrative skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written
- Advanced computer skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Exercise discretion, judgment and initiative
