Job Description
Facility: Administrative Regional Training Cntr
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days
Hours:
7-3
Summary:
The Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) is responsible for maintaining all components of the Cancer Registry and associated data systems in compliance with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and accreditation standards. This role abstracts, codes, analyzes, and reports cancer data using CRStar and other registry tools. The ODS ensures accurate and timely data submission to regulatory agencies, including the New York State Cancer Registry (NYSCR), and supports long-term follow-up, data quality, and reporting initiatives.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
- Associate Degree in Health Information Technology with RHIT credentials or a Bachelor Degree in Health Information Administration, with RHIA credentials is preferred
- Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credentials required; Maintains credentials by meeting NCRA's continuing education requirements
EXPERIENCE
- Six (6) - twelve (12) months experience is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Strong knowledge of ICD-O-3 coding, AJCC staging, SEER Summary Staging and STORE data standards
- Proficiency with cancer registry software (CRStar preferred)
- Ability to interpret complex medical records accurately
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Fully Remote
- Prolonged computer use and data entry
ENVIRONMENT
- Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment; typical of most office jobs
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Buffalo, NY (Remote) |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1998 |
| Website | http://www.chsbuffalo.org |
About Company
Catholic Health is dedicated to developing an exceptional workforce focused on a culture of inclusiveness and integrity that values diversity. Located in Buffalo, NY, Catholic Health is a non-profit healthcare system that provides care to Western New Yorkers across a network of hospitals, primary care centers, imaging centers, and several other community ministries. Our mission sets us apart. It's the human side of healthcare – the touch, smile or comforting word that can help make your healthcare experience better. It's treating all people with respect and dignity, and providing comfort in times of greatest need.
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