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Certified Registrar - Radiation Oncology - Powell - PRN

Part-time

Community Health Systems

Powell, TNPart-timeNo compensation foundPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Powell, TN
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CTR - Certified Tumor Registrar

Job overview

Community Health Systems is hiring a Certified Registrar - Radiation Oncology - Powell - PRN. The Certified Cancer Registrar maintains the cancer registry database in compliance with Commission on Cancer (CoC) standards. This role supports the cancer program by ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting. The registrar collaborates with the Cancer Committee, facilitates required meetings, and contributes to quality improvement initiatives related to cancer care.

Key focus areas include Identify, analyze, and abstract reportable cancer cases from pathology reports and disease indices., Enter and validate cancer patient data in the cancer registry database using standard coding guidelines., and Coordinate follow-up processes to determine survival and treatment outcomes..

Successful candidates bring 0-2 Years Cancer Registry Experience, 0-2 Years Health Information Management Experience, and CTR - Certified Tumor Registrar. Important skills include ICD-O-3, AJCC TNM Staging, SEER Summary Staging, Data Analysis, Data Reporting, and Cancer Registry Coding Systems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ICD-O-3AJCC TNM StagingSEER Summary StagingData AnalysisData ReportingCancer Registry Coding SystemsAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunicationCancer Registry SoftwareElectronic Health Record SystemsHIPAA RegulationsData Confidentiality PracticesMultidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Qualifications

0-2 Years Cancer Registry Experience0-2 Years Health Information Management ExperienceCTR - Certified Tumor RegistrarAuthorized to Work in the U.S.

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Why Join Us?

  • Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work

  • Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage

  • Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits

  • Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match

  • Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways

  • We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement for eligible roles

  • Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles

  • Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs

  • A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day

  • Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact.

8 Hour Shifts Available, No weekends, No holidays, No Call

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Job Summary

The Cancer Registrar - Certified is responsible for maintaining the cancer registry database in compliance with Commission on Cancer (CoC) standards. This role supports the cancer program by ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting. The Cancer Registrar collaborates with the Cancer Committee, facilitates required meetings, and contributes to quality improvement initiatives related to cancer care.

Essential Functions

  • Identifies, analyzes, and abstracts reportable cancer cases from pathology reports and disease indices to ensure compliance with state and national cancer reporting standards.

  • Enters and validates cancer patient data in the cancer registry database using standard coding guidelines, including ICD-O-3, AJCC TNM Staging, and SEER Summary Staging.

  • Coordinates follow-up processes to determine survival and treatment outcomes, maintaining compliance with follow-up rate standards (80% for all living patients and 90% for patients diagnosed within the last 5 years).

  • Facilitates and organizes bi-weekly cancer conferences and quarterly cancer committee meetings, ensuring required documentation and compliance with CoC standards.

  • Analyzes and resolves edit reports from the National Cancer Data Base (NCDB), ensuring data accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements.

  • Conducts special studies and quality improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Cancer Committee, reviewing treatment patterns and outcomes to improve cancer care.

  • Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to educate on best practices for cancer care and represent the hospital at local, regional, and national cancer-related events.

  • Prepares and presents reports on cancer program performance metrics, supporting regulatory and accreditation requirements.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • 0-2 years of experience in cancer registry or health information management required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Proficiency in cancer registry coding systems and guidelines (ICD-O-3, AJCC TNM, SEER Summary Staging).

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights.

  • Proficient in cancer registry software and electronic health record systems.

  • Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and data confidentiality practices.

  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Licenses and Certifications

  • CTR - Certified Tumor Registrar required

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

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