Guthrie Clinic

Introduction:

Guthrie is a not-for-profit, integrated health care system designed to offer patients a full-spectrum of health services incorporating primary care, complex specialty care, behavioral health services, surgical services, inpatient care, durable medical equipment services, home health, long-term care, palliative care and hospice care. Our integrated approach creates a better experience for our patients and is working to decrease the cost of the delivery of health care.

Job Description:

Case ascertainment, abstraction, data entry, staging, and coding of medical records of cancer patients with outstanding detail orientation, excellent organizational ability, combined with strong communication skills and data management experience. These must be performed in accordance with established guidelines, manuals, and definitions as determined by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (ACoS CoC); the New York & Pennsylvania Cancer Registry (PCR); the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program (SEER), International Classification of Diseases in Oncology (ICD-O), American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC), Guthrie Healthcare System Cancer Programs, and other applicable standard setters for inclusion in a comprehensive data base.

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of two years experience with health information systems in a healthcare setting or central cancer registry.

Preferred Qualifications:

Individuals currently holding special certification as a Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) in good standing with the National Cancer Registrars Association credentialing institution will be given first preference. Will also consider current cancer abstractors who are eligible to sit for the CTR exam by meeting the following criteria as required by the National Cancer Registrar Association (NCRA):

1. Associate’s Degree, NCRA-Accredited Formal Education Degree or Certificate, and 160-hour practicum in a CTR-staffed cancer registry.
2. Associate’s Degree, Coursework of 2 semesters of Human Anatomy & Physiology, and 1950 hours (equivalent to one year full-time) experience in the Cancer Registry Field

Education Qualifications:

An associated degree is required with two semesters of Human Anatomy & Physiology is order to sit for exam.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Send Resumes to maria.knapp@guthrie.org

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.

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.

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Tower Health – Pottstown Hospital

Introduction:

Advancing Health. Transforming Lives.
Tower Health is a strong, regional, integrated healthcare system that offers leading-edge, compassionate healthcare and wellness services across Eastern Pennsylvania. We bring together more than 11,000 dedicated team members, including 2,000 nationally recognized physicians, specialists, and providers across 65 convenient locations. Together, our six hospitals and other entities offer a full range of medical care to the communities we serve. Here, we know that advancing the quality of care will transform the quality of life.

About Pottstown Hospital:

Pottstown Hospital is a 232-bed acute care hospital offering an extensive range of services. We are 1,150 healthcare professionals strong, with 260 physicians representing 40 medical specialties, serving the healthcare needs of residents in Pottstown and surrounding areas. We work every day to be a place of healing, caring, and connection for patients and loved ones in the community we call home. Pottstown Hospital also works diligently to create an atmosphere for our associates that promotes collaboration, robust learning resources, and many opportunities to grow and develop. As part of Tower Health, potential with us is greater than ever.

Job Description:

Be inspired to improve patient outcomes, and join the exceptional team of medical professionals at Pottstown Hospital. As a certified cancer registrar and credentialed health information specialist, the Oncology Data Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of cancer registry data services in accordance with state law and the ACoS CoC. This position provides overall leadership in developing and implementing operational policies and procedures that ensure compliance with data standards, reporting requirements, and cancer program standards necessary for CoC approval.

Required Qualifications:

• CTR certification with a background in registry management
• Three to five years of experience in cancer registry (supervision/management preferred) with a minimum of one ACOS COC survey
• Comprehensive responsibility in data management, analysis, and reporting
• Experience using a statistical database

To apply, send resume to: Tracy.Shultz@towerhealth.org

Tower Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

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