Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Department: Cancer Registry
Position is located: Lafayette Building
Work Type: Full Time
Hours Per Week: 40 Hours Weekly
Summary:
The Cancer Registrar II is an integral member of the team - the quality of data collection is assured by the work completed in this role. Participates in Case Finding activity. Abstracts all Northern Light Health cancer patients in accordance with the ACOS/COC guidelines and the Maine State Department of Human Resources Division of Cancer Registry (MCR) regulations. Completes Case Follow Up function. Supports Cancer Conference (Tumor Board) function. Responds to data requests received by Cancer Registry. Supports Cancer Leadership Committee quality & Community Outreach activities. Supports outreach registry activity - completed cases originating in other facilities as assigned by the Lead Cancer Registrar/Supervisor.
Responsibilities:
- Seeks out ways to reduce operating costs or increase efficiency within role/department.
- Acts in a cost conscious manner with regard to use of supplies.
- Makes effective use of time at work.
- Completes work in a manner that minimizes need for overtime; overtime when needed is approved.
- Routinely meets activity based productivity standard - completes work to comply with timely case finding activity - 90% of case documentation is reviewed within 2 weeks of receipt from Cancer Registry Assistant; alerts Lead Cancer Registrar/Supervisor of anticipated difficulty in meeting standard.
- Routinely meets activity based productivity standard - 100% of assigned cases are completed to comply with Maine State Cancer Registry six month reporting requirement; alerts Lead Cancer Registrar/Supervisor of anticipated difficulty in meeting standard.
- Routinely meets activity based productivity standard - completes work to comply with timely annual follow up activity - 90% of assigned follow up activity is completed within 1 week of assignment; alerts Lead Cancer Registrar/Supervisor of anticipated difficulty in meeting standard.
- Routinely meets activity based productivity standard - completes work to comply with Case Conference (i.e. Tumor Board, site specific case review) activity - 95% of assigned activity is completed to assure successful session; alerts Lead Cancer Registrar/Supervisor of anticipated difficulty in meeting standard.
- Submits/updates activity logs when working on behalf of alternate facility site to permit timely billing.
- Maintains equipment in working order (includes home based equipment); reports need for equipment repair; identifies need for additional equipment/technology to enhance productivity.
Minimum Requirements:
Education: 2 or 4 year degree program in biological/life science and/or health information.
Experience: Five years office experience in a health care setting. Prior experience working with Microsoft Office Professional and database management skills.
Credential Required: Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR).
Other Skills Required: Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, data management and record keeping which includes a proficiency in basic ICD coding, Maine State Registry and ACOS/COC coding procedures, proven skills in abstracting, follow-up and quality control measures with regards to data reporting. Basic understanding of ACOS/COC standards for maintaining cancer program approval status required. Ability to plan, organize & prioritize multiple responsibilities. Ability to work independently and cooperatively.
Competencies and Skills
- Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
- Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.
- Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
- Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.
Working Conditions
- Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable.
- Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
- Extend body and limbs to reach items.
- Prolonged periods of sitting.
- Prolonged periods of walking.
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