New 
Cancer Registrar II
 Massachusetts General Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
 Jan 22, 2025 | |
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Under the general supervision of the Administrative Manager, this position is responsible for the identification of patients with cancer, analysis and interpretation of the cancer site, extent of disease, treatment and follow up. Data collection will meet the standards of the Commission of Cancer of the American College of Surgeons, the Massachusetts State Cancer Registry, the SEER Program, the MGB Disease Centers and MGB clinicians, researchers, and administrators.
Must be Certified Oncology Data Specialist. Minimum of 3 years abstracting experience; able to abstract complex cancer sites. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, computer experience required. Ability to analyze multiple medical documents (including electronic health records and computerized reports) to classify and code cancer data. Must be able to apply skilled judgment to know when information is missing and how to look for information in another source and how to resolve conflicting information. Must have good attention to detail. Ability to work with various computer systems including Windows applications and networked systems for data collection, analysis, queries, report production and data transfer. Ability to tactfully work with others to maintain data quality. Self-motivated and able to work independently. Additional Job Description The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |