Oncology Data Specialist

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Job Title:  Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)

Employment Type: Full time / 40 hours week

Shift: Day Shift

Location: ONSITE IN Silver Spring, MD

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS FOR A CANDIDATE EXPERIENCED IN CANCER REGISTRY - CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS AN ACTIVE ONCOLOGY DATA SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION.

Position Purpose

The Oncology Data Specialist completes case finding, abstracting and follow-up activities necessary to maintain an approved Teaching Hospital Cancer Program as required by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons.

As an Oncology Data Specialist you will:

• Assist with statistical analysis of data and responding to data requests.
• Analyze and abstract pertinent information from the medical record (i.e.: pathology reports, diagnostic radiology reports and other pertinent information relating to the diagnosis of cancer), into a computerized cancer registry software system.
• Obtain follow-up and other pertinent information for each abstract by contacting other hospital registries, radiation oncology centers and medical oncologists offices
• Provide Registry support for Holy Cross Hospital cancer conferences as well as cancer committees.
• Assist with other functions relating to Cancer Program Management and preparation for the American College of Surgeons Accreditation process

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• Certified Oncology Data Specialist certification.
• Associate’s degree preferred, with completed college level courses in medical terminology and anatomy/physiology. If no Associate’s degree, an additional 2 years of cancer registry experience can be used in lieu of the degree.
• 1-3 years of cancer registry experience required

Position Highlights and Benefits: 

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment for Full & Part-Time colleagues. 
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules. 
• Free onsite parking. 
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.  
• Referral Rewards Program

Pay Range: $27.75-38.84. Pay is based on experience, skills and education.  Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates.  The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.