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Closing Date:

01/14/2025

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
 

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Department:

ICE | CASL Cancer Administration Team B

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Commission on Cancer (CoC) Coordinator / Cancer Registrar plays a crucial role in ensuring the hospital or healthcare organization maintains its CoC accreditation by managing all related administrative, quality assurance, data abstraction, and reporting activities. This position is central to coordinating the various functions required for compliance with the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and CoC standards, as well as ensuring that patient data is accurately collected, documented, and reported in alignment with national and state regulations. Additionally, the CoC Coordinator / Cancer Registrar will also be responsible for abstraction of cancer-related data from various medical records, including pathology and radiology reports, treatment histories, laboratory results and other relevant clinical documentation. In addition, this role will manage follow-up activities for cancer patients, ensuring the accuracy of vital statistics and ensuring that all cancer cases are tracked from diagnosis to end-of-life.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Health Information Management or related field plus 4 years’ experience as a Certified Tumor Registrar working in Cancer Registry at a Commission on Cancer accredited healthcare facility.

• Current Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) / ODS Oncology Data Specialist - Certified credential from National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA)

• Experience with writing / submitting the initial CoC survey and ongoing applications for re-accreditation of CoC cycle.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of cancer registry and medical records policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of indexing, classification and staging systems.

• Knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology pertaining to cancer processes.

• Database management skills, especially in abstracting and coding cancer related data from medical records and laboratory reports that are computerized.

• Knowledge of report writing.

• Good interpersonal skills Experience using Cancer Registry software such as CRStar for abstracting and developing reports.

• Demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• RHIA, RHIT, CPC or CCS

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Coordination of the initial application for accreditation along with future submissions for re-accreditation cycles,

• Coordinating administrative activities such as scheduling CoC meetings, preparing agendas, and distributing materials, as well as overseeing the creation, accuracy, and submission of essential CoC reports and publications.

• Works closely with committee members and other healthcare professionals to ensure all cancer-related data is properly abstracted, classified, and submitted to both internal and external entities like the Arkansas Central Cancer Registry and the National Cancer Database (NCDB).

• Entails significant involvement in quality improvement efforts, working with the Cancer Committee to implement quality studies and process improvements, as well as conducting peer review to ensure that all documentation and data meet the highest standards.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes