Job Information
University of Utah Certified Tumor Registrar in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 05/03/2024
Requisition Number PRN14798N
Job Title Certified Tumor Registrar
Working Title Certified Tumor Registrar
Job Grade UGR
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? No
Standard Hours per Week 10-19
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Daytime business hours, flexible with approval from supervisor. No holidays.
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00216 - Utah Cancer Registry
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 24.49 - 31.50
Close Date
Job Summary
This position requires the knowledge and skills of a Certified Tumor Registrar/Oncology Data Specialist – Certified to conduct detailed medical record chart review and data collection for cancer-related research projects. This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.
Responsibilities
Abstracts, reviews, and documents cancer related information, according to the study protocol, to support cancer-related research data collection activities.
Reviews and interprets patient information as it relates to research data requirements.
Enters relevant information into a computerized data collection tool (REDCap, SEER*Abs, or similar).
Must obtain and maintain relevant research training certifications in the Protection of Human Research subjects.
Participates in the quality management of the research study data collection activities.
Compiles data and generates reports for special studies.
Assists in development and review of study data collection guidelines and procedures.
Attends required study meetings and trainings.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate work with others on the team. Ability to assist in conflict management with team members.
Please note that this position is needed to support the work for one large research project with 3 years of funding remaining.
Problem Solving
Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
Demonstrated organizational skills.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency of ICD -O and ICD -9CM Vol l,ll,lll, ICD -10 CM/ PCS , DMS Coding.
Demonstrated knowledge of staging according to the American Joint Commission on Cancer ( AJCC ) staging system ( TNM ) Tumors Nodes Metastasis and Surveillance of Epidemiology and End Result ( SEER ) Summary Stage and Collaborative Staging.
Ability to prioritize and coordinate work processes.
Ability to assist in conflict management of teams.
The incumbent will be expected to maintain current certification and meet the continuing education requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Required
National Tumor Registry Certification.
Associate’s degree in a Health Information Management or National Cancer Registrar Association ( NCRA ) related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Two years of related experience.
Preferred
RHIT or RHIA Certification.
Certification in NCRA related area.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Preferences
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Asks for help when needed.
Takes ownership for quality and timeliness of work.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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