Tumor Registrar
Company: Middlesex Health
Location: Middletown
Posted on: June 27, 2025
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Job Description:
Position Highlights Department: Cancer Center Hours: 40.00 per
week Shift: Shift 1 Position Summary The Tumor Registrar (Oncology
Data Specialist) assures thorough, accurate and quality data
collection as required by the Commission on Cancer (CoC), the
Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results Program (SEER) and State
of Connecticut. This includes case-finding, abstraction, follow-up
and reporting requirements. This role will maintain accurate cancer
registry data, ensuring all cancer cases are documented and
reported in compliance with national standards. Essential Duties &
Responsibilities Under general supervision the Tumor Registrar
will; Review medical records to identify and abstract cancer cases
and related information. Collect detailed data on patient
demographics, tumor characteristics, staging, treatment, and
outcomes. Maintain an accurate, up-to-date cancer registry,
ensuring comprehensive and timely data entry Perform data
validation and quality checks to ensure completeness and
consistency of the cancer registry. Monitor data trends and resolve
discrepancies in the dataset through communication with medical
staff or external organizations. Ensure that all data complies with
industry standards and regulations, such as the American College of
Surgeons (ACoS) and the Commission on Cancer (CoC) guidelines
Prepare and submit cancer registry reports to state, national, and
regulatory agencies as required (e.g., SEER, National Cancer
Database). Ensure compliance with HIPAA and other confidentiality
regulations when handling patient information. Assist in preparing
data for quality assurance, audits, and accreditation reviews. Work
closely with physicians, clinical staff, and healthcare providers
to gather accurate and complete cancer data. Serve as a resource
for oncology teams by providing data for case reviews, performance
improvement initiatives, and clinical research. Collaborate with
multidisciplinary teams to improve data collection processes and
accuracy. Participate in the analysis of cancer data to identify
trends, survival rates, and outcomes for internal reporting or
external research studies. Coordinates weekly tumor boards for the
interdisciplinary team, this includes preparing detailed case
summaries for each case presented. Support research initiatives by
providing tumor registry data for studies and clinical trials.
Assist in tracking patient outcomes and treatment patterns to guide
cancer care planning. Stay current with changes in tumor registry
standards, coding systems (e.g., ICD-10, AJCC staging), and cancer
care practices. Participate in professional development and
certification programs to maintain and enhance expertise in tumor
registry operations. Adheres to all Core Values: Compassion, Pursue
Excellence, Cooperation and Collaboration, Upholds Honesty, and
Supports Innovation. Adheres to all Absolutes: Privacy and
Confidentiality, Professional Appearance, and Responsibility and
Commitment. Other job related duties as assigned. Minimum
Qualifications 5 years experience in Cancer Registry 3 years
experience reporting to national cancer databases or registries
Experience with cancer registry software (e.g., SEER, CoC tools,
and other data management systems) Associate’s Degree in Health
Information Management, Medical Records or other related field
Certified Oncology Data Specialist Preferred Qualifications 3 years
experience in medical coding, healthcare data, and/or oncology
terminology Bachelors Degree in Health Information Management,
Medical Records or other related field Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
: Familiarity with research and quality improvement initiatives
within oncology settings Independent, self-directed and highly
motivated Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and
the ability to work independently. Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills for collaborating with healthcare
professionals and teams. Comprehensive Benefits Offered Competitive
and affordable benefits package Shift Differentials Continuing
Education assistance Tuition reimbursement Student Loan relief
through Fiducius Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and
surrounding areas About Middlesex Health The Smarter Choice for
your Career! Come join one of Connecticut’s Top Workplaces, and a
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and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through
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