[Remote] Oncology Data Specialist (Part-Time)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is a leading institution for cancer care, research, and education. They are seeking an Oncology Data Specialist to abstract and code clinical data, analyze medical records, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to promote registry accuracy.


Responsibilities

  • Maintain a follow up success rate of at least 90% for cases abstracted in a five-year timeframe, 80% for entire database.
  • Timely and complete abstracting reviewing at the required standard that is dependent on the annual caseload.
  • Maintain minimally, in accordance with the Pennsylvania Department of Health standard, a data quality level of at least 97% for data items reviewed if facility is located in Pennsylvania.
  • Perform other functions and tasks required to maintain a current and accurate database and stay in compliance with the requirements of UPMC, American College of Surgeons (ACoS), Pennsylvania Department of Health (if facility is located in Pennsylvania), and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Organizations (JCAHO).

Skills

  • Completion of a registry training program or direct experience in a cancer registry setting.
  • Minimum 1 year of oncology or abstracting experience.
  • A team-oriented mindset.
  • High school diploma.
  • 1 year oncology or abstracting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficient in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, abstracting techniques, AJCC and SEER summary staging systems, ICDO, ICD-9-CM, and/or other clinical coding systems.
  • Experience with hospital data systems, Microsoft Office software products and/or personal computers.
  • Accurate and efficient keyboarding skills necessary to meet productivity standards.
  • ODS certification is preferred but not required.
  • Associate's or B.S. degree in Health Information Management preferred.
  • Oncology Data Specialist certification preferred.
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred.

Benefits

  • Collaborative culture that values teamwork and shared success.
  • Comprehensive training to support your professional growth.
  • Flexible remote work options and a commitment to work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking cancer research and care.

Company Overview

  • UPMC is one of the leading nonprofit health systems in the United States. A $10 billion integrated global health enterprise headquartered It was founded in 1893, and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.upmc.com/.

  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • UPMC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025, 7 in 2024, 4 in 2023, 7 in 2022, 7 in 2021, 13 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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