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Cancer Registrar II - Abstractor

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Charlotte, NC, United States
Job ID: 64926
Job Family: Medical Records Services
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Detailed Shift and Schedule: Home based employee with flexible work schedule
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 11011036632960-Cancer Data Services - LCI

Overview

Job Summary

Reviews/abstracts/analyzes codes from inpatient/outpatient physician office records within acute care facilities. Fully comprehends all aspects of an American College of Surgeons (ACOS) approved hospital program.

Essential Functions

Reviews and/or abstracts and collects follow-up data from CPN practices.
Codes data using ICD-O-3, AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, SEER Summary Staging manual, and FORDS.
Completes follow-up for all living patients and performs case finding duties.
Coordinates Oncology Quality Assurance activities. Ensures all activities meet ACOS guidelines.
Ensures Quality control of data standards are met.
Understands and helps maintain ten standard books from ACOS used for survey/program approval.
Understands mechanics of running statistical reports and graphs for physicians.
Provides back-up for Cancer Conferences and is knowledgeable in AHEC procedures.

Physical Requirements

Fast-paced office environment and various interruptions. Must be able to concentrate in such an environment. Involves standing, sitting, lifting, bending, walking and pushing/pulling cart of 60lbs.

Education, Experience and Certifications

CTR or RHIT preferred. Must have Associate Degree in a healthcare field or graduate of Cancer Registry specific degree program. CTR Certification must be obtained within three years from hire date. Must be self-motivated and able to work independently. Excellent verbal and communication skills needed. Basic report-running skills.