Cancer Reg Specialist, Part-Time, Remote - ODS Required
University of Maryland Medical System
Summary
Under general supervision, this position will identify, abstract, and maintain records for all eligible malignancy cases in compliance with the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) and UM UCH Oncology Registry guidelines and protocols.
Job description
Ensures data accuracy, submits information promptly to the National Cancer Data Base and the Maryland Cancer Registry in accordance with regulatory requirements. Manages and updates follow-up activities and actively participates in relevant meetings and conferences.
Responsibilities
- Identify, abstract, and maintain records for eligible malignancy cases
- Ensure data accuracy and submit information to national and state databases
- Manage and update follow-up activities
- Participate in relevant meetings and conferences
- Case finding, abstracting, and follow-up activities
Qualifications
- Certification as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) is mandatory
- At least one (1) year of prior experience as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C)
- Proven knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, medical records, and medical office procedures
- Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Completion of Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology courses required
- Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification or ODS eligible required
Skills & Competencies
- Managing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Working autonomously
- Proactively achieving objectives
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Sound decision-making
- Meticulous attention to detail and follow-through
- Effective problem-solving
- Organizing workload, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines
- Collaborating with clinical personnel to analyze registry data
- Familiarity with medical records (specifically Epic), ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding systems
- Proficiency with Oncology registry software (specifically ONCOLog), Microsoft Word, Excel, and data management tools
Requirements
- Certification as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) is mandatory
- At least one (1) year of prior experience as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C)
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, medical records, and medical office procedures
- Associate's degree required
- Completion of Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology courses required
- Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification or ODS eligible required
- Experience with Oncology Registry multi-facility databases preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Familiarity with Epic, ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding systems
- Proficiency with ONCOLog, Microsoft Word, Excel, and data management tools
Company overview
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a comprehensive academic health system serving Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the state, UMMS operates multiple hospitals, specialty care centers, and community-based health services across Maryland. The system is anchored by the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, which serves as the flagship academic medical center and Level 1 Trauma Center. UMMS is deeply integrated with the University of Maryland School of Medicine, fostering a strong environment for medical education, research, and clinical innovation. The system provides a full continuum of care including primary care, specialty services, emergency medicine, and advanced surgical procedures. UMMS is renowned for its expertise in trauma care, cancer treatment, cardiac services, transplantation, and neurological care. Through its network of hospitals and affiliated physicians, the system delivers high-quality, patient-centered care while advancing medical knowledge through research and training the next generation of healthcare professionals.