Oncology Data Specialist – Cancer Registrar (Remote)

Employment Type: Full time, Day Shift

About the role

Saint Joseph Health System is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-Certified) to join our Cancer Registry team. The Oncology Data Specialist is responsible for cancer case finding, abstracting, staging, follow-up, and maintaining accurate cancer registry data in accordance with Commission on Cancer (CoC), state, and national reporting standards. The majority of this role is dedicated to abstracting and case-finding activities, ensuring complete and accurate oncology data collection to support patient care, quality improvement initiatives, regulatory reporting, and cancer program accreditation.

Schedule

• Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• No weekends or holidays
• Fully remote

Responsibilities

• Perform cancer case finding and abstracting of newly diagnosed cancer cases
• Maintain accurate cancer registry data in accordance with CoC, state, and national reporting standards
• Ensure complete and accurate oncology data collection to support patient care, quality improvement initiatives, and regulatory reporting

Requirements

• Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-Certified) / Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) certification required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Cancer Registry
• Experience performing cancer case finding and abstracting newly diagnosed cancer cases
• Knowledge of ICD-O coding and cancer staging methodologies
• Experience utilizing electronic medical records and cancer registry software

Qualifications

Minimum

• Associate degree in Health Information Management, Cancer Registry Management, Nursing, Allied Health, or a related healthcare field preferred; or
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Preferred

• Three (3) or more years of experience abstracting newly diagnosed cancer cases
• Experience in a Commission on Cancer (CoC)-accredited cancer program
• Successful completion of an NCRA-approved Cancer Information Management or Cancer Registry curriculum
• Knowledge of AJCC staging, SEER reporting requirements, and CoC accreditation standards
• Experience with annual reporting, quality studies, and registry data analysis

Benefits

• Day-One Benefits (Medical & Dental)
• 403(b) with employer match
• Generous paid time off programs
• Career development & advancement pathways
• Tuition reimbursement
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Employee referral rewards
• Perks & discount program
• Nursing Scholarship opportunities

About the organization

Our system includes:

• 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center
• 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center
• More than 85 providers in the Saint Joseph Physician Network

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.