Responsible for collecting abstracting and reporting cancer incidence data in accordance with Kentucky Cancer Registry ACoS/CoC and National Cancer Database (NCDB) requirements.
Job Responsibilities
Identifies and analyzes the history diagnosis treatment disease status and survival data of cancer patients and patients with other reportable disease processes as directed by Kentucky Cancer Registry and ACoS/CoC.
Prepares statistical reports on mortality rates treatment effects incidence rates of various diagnostic categories and demographic variables.
Complies with all reporting requests and requirements.
Assists in meeting the American of College of Surgeons criteria for reports statistics quality assurance audits oncology conferences and Cancer Committee meetings.
Coordinates with physicians all aspects of the weekly tumor and oncology conferences as assigned.
Provides cancer data upon request by physicians Cancer Committee ancillary department and other registries for the purpose of research treatment marketing and follow up.
Serves as a required member of the Cancer Committee and Breast Program Leadership Committee.
Qualifications
Associates degree or higher in related field required upon hire AND
Successful completion of two semesters (six total credit hours) Human Anatomy & Human Physiology with a grade of C or better required upon hire OR
Successful completion of NCRA accredited certificate program required upon hire
A combination of education training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
No experience required
ODS Oncology Data Specialist from National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) required within 48 months of employment in this position
Skills and Attributes
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Works under minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Physical Demands
Standing: Occasionally
Walking: Occasionally
Sitting: Frequently
Lifting 025 lbs: Rarely
Lifting 2575 lbs: Never
Lifting over 75 lbs: Never
Carrying 025 lbs: Rarely
Carrying 2575 lbs: Never
Carrying over 75 lbs: Never
Pushing/Pulling 025 lbs: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 2575 lbs: Never
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never
Climbing: Rarely
Bending/Stooping: Rarely
Kneeling: Rarely
Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
Reaching: Occasionally
Talking: Frequently
Hearing: Occasionally
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
Running: Never
Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles surpass goals celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE We focus on service to patients customers and team members by anticipating their needs thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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