What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cancer Registry Abstractor - PRN position at Southeast Georgia Health System Inc / SGHS?
Interested in working for the Golden Isles’ healthcare provider and employer of choice?
Throughout the many locations that make up the Southeast Georgia Health System network, there is a common thread that pulls everything together: A team of committed professionals like you. These individuals appreciate the value of every person who walks through our doors, and are the key to our culture of Service Excellence.
As a Cancer Registry Abstractor you will be responsible for the identification of cancer patients and maintenance of the Cancer Registry in accordance with the requirements of the Georgia State Cancer registry and the standards of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. All team members of Southeast Georgia Health System will promote a culture of safety, follow established policies, and adhere to all state and federal regulatory requirements, The Joint Commission, and national patient safety standards.
You will be responsible for:
- Obtains long-term follow up data and analyzes medical records according to American College of Surgeons (ACoS) standards.
- Reads and interprets the various components of the medical record, such as pathology reports, radiology x-rays and scans, physical findings, and all treatment modalities, and uses the information to correctly abstract and stage cancer cases employing various required staging systems.
- Determines the site of origin (topography) and histologic type (morphology) of the cancer and codes according to the International Classification of Diseases for Oncology (ICD-O), ICD-10, and other coding standards.
- Accurately abstracts health information from the computerized and paper-based medical records into the oncology registry software maintaining no greater than a 6-month backlog for first time diagnosis to abstraction at all times. Updates all previously abstracted cases as required.
- Stages cancer records according to the American Joint Commission of Cancer TNM Staging System, as well as the SEER Summary Staging System as regulated by ACoS.
- Maintains the components of the cancer-related data collection system consistent with all regulatory and procedural policies.
- Conducts the timely submission of oncology data to the Georgia and national oncology registries.
- Maintains a 90% successful follow-up rate in accordance with American College of Surgeons accreditation standards.
- Participates in other Cancer Registry functions, as assigned.
What you will need:
- High school diploma required; Associates degree preferred. Documented Technical/Specialized Coding Education Required.
- One (1) years’ experience preferred in a hospital or health-care facility where the primary function of the position was in the field of cancer registry abstracting records.
Why choose Southeast Georgia Health System?
- We are mission-focused to provide safe, quality, accessible, and cost-effective care to meet the health needs of the people and communities it serves Our workplace is as pleasant and rewarding as the setting we enjoy outside of work
- - imagine stepping out of your workspace and into a world of scenic beauty, outdoor recreational activities, mild winters, natural beaches, fine dining, and a full array of cultural and colonial historic attractions
- The chance to work within a culture that is collegial yet professional, has exceptional career-advancement potential, and work/life balance that is practically unparalleled
- Our facility will allow you to use, sharpen, and add to your skills without having to commute to a large city environment
- We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package which includes generous Paid Time Off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs (including free 24/7 access to an onsite gym).
- The ability to be a part of the prestigious Coastal Community Health, a regional affiliation between Baptist Health, Flagler Hospital and Southeast Georgia Health System. This collaboration forms a highly-integrated hospital network focused on significant initiatives designed to enhance the quality and value of care provided to our contiguous communities
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Join our team today to make a positive impact in the lives of our patients and families!
Experience
Preferred- High school diploma required; Associates degree preferred. Documented Technical/Specialized Coding Education Required. One (1) years’ experience preferred in a hospital or health-care facility where the primary function of the position was in the field of cancer registry abstracting records.
