E+ Health Record Solutions, Inc.

Introduction:

Join our team at E+Health Record Solutions – a provider of cancer registry and HIM services for over 20 years.

We are looking for an experienced Cancer Registrar that is organized, has great communication skills, and has proven CTR technical skills. Hours and days are flexible.

Job Description:

•Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be able to work independently, and be highly reliable.
•Identifies cancer cases by referencing primary and secondary sources of information, including the facility’s diagnostic index and copies of pathology reports generated by the facility’s pathology department.
•Abstracts cancer registry data, including patient demographics, diagnostic procedures, history and extent of disease, therapeutic procedures and treatment, physician, diagnosis, and related information from medical records.
•Assists with required follow up and communications with health providers
•Codes topography, morphology, and other information relevant to registered tumor patients.
•Enters cancer registry information into the database according to established procedures.
•Obtains from physicians or patients follow-up cancer information such as treatments and length of survival.
•Assists clinicians, epidemiologists and other researchers in cancer related studies and research, providing guidance in the use of the tumor registry data system.
•Prepares routine and special statistical reports, narratives and graphic representations. Distributes as appropriate.
•Preserves the privacy and security of patient health information, adhering to federal and state laws and regulations, facility policy and the National Cancer Registrar Association’s Code of Ethics.

e+ Health Record Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Required Qualifications:

Must have CTR credential.

Proficient with computer, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), excellent working knowledge of cancer registry abstracting systems and familiarity in navigating Electronic Health Record Systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

Five (5) plus years of applied experience covering all aspects of the Registry preferred

Education Qualifications:

Certified Cancer Registry credential – current status

Compensation/Benefits:

$20,000 to $40,000 per year depending on experience and hours available.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Interested candidates can submit your cover letter and resume by either:

E-Mail: tkeough@e-hrs.com
Fax: (732) 597-5828

Geisinger

Job Description:

Job Title: Certified Tumor Registrar
Location: Geisinger HIM – Pittston Med or GMC Danville. Potential telecommuting option for qualified applicants.
Department: Health Information Management
Schedule: Days
Work Type: Full Time

Job Summary:

• Identifies reportable cases, analyzes and abstracts clinical data, codes and enters information into electronic cancer registry database. Performs lifetime follow-up to provide cancer incidence, treatment and outcome information for quality improvement activities, administrative planning and marketing and research.
• Utilizes specialized knowledge of AJCC Cancer Staging, Multiple Primary & Histology Coding, and SEER Summary Coding and Staging and technical skills to maintain the components of the cancer registry consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal and accreditation requirements of the Cancer Program.
• Reports cancer registry data to the state central registry (PA Cancer Registry, (PCR) and Commission on Cancer (CoC) National
• Cancer Database (NCDB) in compliance with regulatory guidelines to maintain cancer center accreditation.
  Assists manager and partners with various Cancer Center personnel and participates in Cancer Center surveys to ensure accreditation.
• Performs duties to support the goals and objectives of the Medical Center in its efforts to provide quality patient care and patient satisfaction.
• Works under the supervision of the Manager, Cancer Registry.

Competencies and Skills:

• Demonstrates proficiency in coding cancer data using AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, Collaborative Stage Data Collection System Coding Instructions Manual, ICD-O3, Multiple Primary and Histology Manual, and Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards (FORDS) Manual.
• Demonstrates the ability to accurately review, interpret, and abstract clinical information from medical records..
• Demonstrates and maintains 95% accuracy rate for abstracting, casefinding, and follow-up. (required)
• Demonstrates the ability to focus and review medical information for extended periods.
• Demonstrates high regard for self-motivation to work independently. Demonstrates the ability to perform as a team player
• Demonstrates initiative and promotion of positive interpersonal relations.
• Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changing regulatory requirements and work environment.
• Demonstrates computer skills in a PC Windows based operating environment.
• Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills, capability to work with various departments and physicians to ensure Cancer Center accreditation.

Education and or Experience:

• CTR certification with one year cancer registry experience required.
• Associates degree in Health Information Technology or other allied health related field preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding system preferred.
• On the job training, up to six months possibly, to become familiar with hospital and department policies and procedures required.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

Work is typically performed in an office environment.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Our Purpose & Values: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

Kindness: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

Excellence: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.

Learning: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.

Innovation: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

About Geisinger: Geisinger is a physician-led health system comprised of approximately 30,000 employees, including nearly 1,600 employed physicians, 13 hospital campuses, two research centers, and a 583,000-member health plan Geisinger is nationally recognized for innovative practices and quality care. Geisinger serves more than 3 million people in central, south-central and northeast Pennsylvania and also in southern New Jersey with the addition of National Malcolm Baldridge Award recipient AtlantiCare, A member of Geisinger. In 2017, the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine became the newest member of the Geisinger Family. We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.* Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. For more information, visit www.geisinger.org, or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

** Does not qualify for J-1 waiver. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

*Domestic partner benefits not applicable at Geisinger Holy Spirit.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Contact Us: hllazo@geisinger.edu

PI103220266

Capital Health

Job Description:

Capital Health is the region’s leader in advanced medicine with significant investments in advanced technologies and the best physicians. Comprising its two hospitals (Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton and the Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell) and the Capital Health – Hamilton outpatient facility, Capital Health is a growing healthcare organization that is accredited by The Joint Commission. Capital Health has also received Magnet® status for the fourth consecutive time in recognition of its quality patient care, innovations in professional nursing practice, and nursing excellence. Only 29 organizations in the country have received Magnet status four times and five of those organizations are in New Jersey. In addition, our nursing team received special recognition for excellence in stroke and outpatient emergency care.

Responsibilities:
• Performs case finding throughout Capital Health. Decides patient eligibility for entry into the cancer registry database by reviewing the various case-finding sources in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Assigns the stage of disease and clinical codes utilizing the SEER Summary Staging Guide, the International Classification of Diseases, the American Joint Committee on Staging, and the Commission on Cancer accreditation standards.
• Generates statistical reports and graphs from the computer system, and recommends measures to correct any deficiencies in reporting.
• Contacts physicians, clinics and hospitals to pursue additional treatment and/or staging information. Monitors data requirements on an ongoing basis and for special requests for reporting organizations.
• Compares patients from the monthly statistical reports against hospital database and updates patient records. Enters new information obtained on the patients into the registry database.
• Supports all aspects of meetings to include the agenda, menu, room setup, AV equipment management and attendance.
• Takes minutes of the meetings.
• Assists in production of the annual report.

Required Qualifications:

Requirements:
• Tumor Registrar Certification required.
• Associate’s degree or Associate’s degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• One year of abstracting experience in a hospital cancer registry.

We offer:
• Competitive salaries
• Tuition reimbursement
• Low employee expense for medical and dental insurance
• 403(b) Savings and Retirement Program

Easy commute from PA and major NJ routes.

Find out why our 3000+ employees have chosen Capital Health.

For more information and to apply online, please visit http://www.capital.attnhr.com/jobs/152132/

Equal opportunity employer.

PI103159574

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Apply Here: http://www.capital.attnhr.com/jobs/152132/