Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)

Health Information Alliance (HIA) is seeking a Remote Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) PRN

• This is a Subcontractor Position (1099)
• Must be able to work a minimum of 20 Hours/Per Week on a consistent basis.
• 100% Remote position
• Must be QUOPI, ACS, APBC Cert and Radiology Oncology Certified

The Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) collects necessary data by abstracting oncology charts. Must be currently working at ODS, and have 2 years experience with the following abstracting the following ODS registries; Breast, Colon, Lung, Prostate and Bladder.

Responsibilities

• The Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) abstracts the following registries; Breast, Colon, Lung, Prostate and Bladder..
• Deliver quality solutions to hospital partners across the country, approaching each hospital engagement as an opportunity to apply your expertise with precision.
• Reviews the medical records for each eligible patient by analyzing the patient history, physical exam, diagnostic tests, staging, medical and nursing care to complete the abstract in accordance with ACOS Cancer Program standards, and state requirements.
• Maintains abstracting productivity and quality rates 98% that is compatible to the organization and national established benchmark.
• Assists with timely monthly reporting to the State ODS, including any special studies and audits.
• Assists in the submission to Rapid Cancer Reporting System (RCRS). Monthly exports and submits all eligible cases for valid performance quality measures and adheres to RCRS terms and conditions. Reviews, monitors, and updates all the alerts and cases in RCRS to ensure compliance for each specific quality measure.
• Assist in the Annual NCDB submission.: Each year submits cases diagnosed on January 2003 or later meet the quality criteria for the annual Call for Data on initial submission.
• Assists in systematic methods of case finding. Enters and/or updates cases in the suspense database.
• Assists in maintaining a follow up program for the life of all required abstracts by reviewing hospital documentation, contacting physicians, state offices and possibly patients for current follow up information. Enters this data into a microcomputer for further analysis.
• Participates in ongoing studies for the American College of Surgeons and local studies.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to operate cancer registry software to perform job.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.) This process includes communicating with the patient, parent and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).
• Collaborate with the staff at all campuses to mutually develop opportunities for improvement and action plans. Actively participates in HMH Health Cancer Registries team member meetings.
• Attend educational conferences to maintain their certification.
• Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.

Qualifications

• Must be currently active working as Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)
• Must be QUOPI, ACS, APBC Cert and Radiology Oncology Certified
• Must know Oncology and Epic
• Successful completion at minimum an Associate's degree or equivalent (60 college level credits including 2 semesters of Anatomy & Physiology) effective 1/1/2010 OR Certificate in Cancer Registry Management or Cancer Information Management form a NCRA-accredited program
• Minimum of 1 year in a related field; cancer, nursing, medical records, or health science.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Direct data abstraction experience in the Cancer Registry.
• Exposure to patient medical record systems (EMRs) and clinical databases.
• Proficiency with Epic, Oncology & MS Office (Microsoft Excel)
• A college degree from
  • An accredited nursing program
  • CAHIIM accredited program, 
  • Or Other accredited healthcare program
  • Healthcare credential associated with their program of study
  • Other healthcare information related abstraction and coding credentials desirable,

Licenses and Certifications Required: 

• Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) Certification

Preferred Skills:

• Use of the tools and techniques of continuous quality improvement and computer skills for data display.
• Attention to detail and follow-up necessary. 
• Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, hospital staff, physicians and community resources required. 
• Must be able to work independently.

General Requirements:

The ideal candidate must possess the following characteristics:

• Commitment and reliability; be able to dedicate consistent time to HIA
• Superb communication and responsiveness
  Computer literacy
  • Must be comfortable with, but not limited to: Excel, web-browsers, email, electronic health records (non-specific)
  • Must be familiar with various technologies such as, but not limited to: Epic, Oncology, security (e.g., Citrix), data collection/abstraction, encoders, web-based applications
• Self-maintenance of skillset
  • Maintaining credentials
  • Staying current with abstraction/coding rules, manuals, and guidelines
• Prior experience in position applying for
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of current experience in ODS
• Motivation; remote work can be team-based, but requires the ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills and tactfulness to be able to effectively communicate with team members and client contacts
• May require Background and Drug Screening

This position is for a Subcontractor (1099), who is willing to work 20 hours per week on a regular basis.  

This is a Remote – PRN Position (Subcontractor 1099)

The specific statements shown in this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job