JOB SUMMARY

The Cancer Registrar 2 is accountable for case-finding, and abstracting core data items that include pertinent information about the patient, the disease, and its management into an electronic system. Assists in training of registry personnel, adheres to the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) guidelines and requirements for approved programs. Complies with requirements mandated by the Texas State Department of Health Services and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention requirements in terms of timeliness and completeness of reporting. Conducts statistical research related to collection data.

• Identifies cases for abstraction based on Pathology Reports, HIM Coding reports, Bill Reports, etc.
• Abstracts data from patient medical record to include patient demographics, diagnostic procedures, history and extent of disease, treatment, follow-up, physician, and other related information.
• Codes data into database in accordance with protocol requirements.
• Enters Data of potential cases for abstraction into suspense file in Registry system.
• Utilizes a variety of resources to perform follow up functions and maintains the follow up percentage as required by the American College of Surgeons.
• Participates in continuing education programs and in-services to enhance job knowledge and skill set. Educates data collection staff on study requirements and data collection methodology
• Works closely with Registrars and Registry Manager to ensure operational needs of the facilities are met.
• Reviews data for accuracy; assembles and disseminates registry data.
• Coordinates data collection activities; implements data quality control measures
• Maintains and protects the confidentiality of patient records.