Oncology Data Quality and Education Specialist (HSC 3) DOH8983
The Washington State Cancer Registry (WSCR), within the Community Based Prevention Section of the Office of Healthy Communities, seeks a Quality Assurance, Education and Training Coordinator to maintain the accuracy, completeness, and quality of cancer registry data.
About the role
This home-based (remote), full-time, permanent position is open to Washington residents and those living in Oregon and Idaho only. The Quality Assurance, Education and Training Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of WSCR data.
Responsibilities
Coordinate quality assurance activities, including case consolidation, quality checks, and edit error processing, to ensure WSCR data is accurate and complete.
Analyze data to identify trends and deficiencies and support compliance with national cancer registry standards and requirements.
Serve as a subject matter expert on oncology data requirements and cancer registry practices.
Monitor changes to registry standards and data requirements and apply expertise to resolve complex data quality issues and communicate updates to the team.
Identify training needs and develop and provide education, training, and mentoring based on quality assurance findings and changes in registry requirements.
Develop resources that promote consistent data collection practices and understanding of registry standards.
Perform cancer case abstraction and provide technical assistance and guidance on registry data quality and requirements.
Collaborate with the Registry Manager and WSCR team to address quality concerns, implement improvements, and support other registry activities as needed.
Qualifications
At least 5 years of experience performing cancer case abstracting, coding, and consolidation in a hospital or central cancer registry setting.
Oncology Data Specialist Certification and at least 3 years of experience performing cancer case abstracting, coding, and consolidation in a hospital or central cancer registry setting.
Experience utilizing the STORE manual, Solid Tumor Rules, ICD-O-3, Hematopoietic Database & Manual, SEER Summary Stage, EOD coding instructions, AJCC Staging Manual, and NCCN Guidelines, evidenced by direct application in prior abstracting/QA work.
Demonstrated experience applying cancer coding schemas/formats issued by a national standard setter (NAACCR, NPCR, AJCC, COC, or SEER).
Demonstrated experience conducting quality reviews of cancer case abstracts and providing corrective feedback to abstracting staff.
Demonstrated experience developing or delivering technical training/education programs in a cancer registry or comparable clinical data setting.
Benefits
We offer a solid benefits package that supports you and your family’s health, financial security, and work-life balance. You’ll have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and retirement plans that help you plan for tomorrow while you’re living today. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave help you recharge, and additional programs like dependent care assistance and professional development opportunities add value beyond basic coverage.