Cancer Registrar

Job Description:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Cancer Registrar is a highly trained data management expert who is involved in managing, analyzing and interpreting clinical cancer information for the purpose of education, research and outcome measurement. CTRs utilize quantitative and qualitative decision making to identify all reportable cancer cases as well as to code each case accurately within 6 months of the first contact with a patient. CTRs capture a complete summary of the history, diagnosis, treatment and disease status for every cancer patient. CTRs ensure timely, accurate and complete cancer data collection on all types of cancer diagnosed and/or treated within the UAMS system, while adhering to the standards of the American College of Surgeons (ACOS), Commission on Cancer (CoC). The data collected by the CTR includes in and out migration of the UAMS Health System for patients with cancer for treatment and services as well as identifying the top cancer sites served at the facility. The CTR serves as a data subject matter expert and is responsible for bridging the gap between clinicians and statisticians.

The Cancer Registry is a valuable resource for hospital and administrative planning, treatment planning, research and monitoring of patient outcomes. They use a fully integrated, multifunctional database comprised of demographic, diagnostic treatment and outcome information on all cancer patients with reportable disease, both analytic and non-analytic. The Cancer Registry is a vital part of the NCI designation requirements for the UAMS Cancer Institute.

Qualifications:

Current Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential from National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA)

Associates Degree in Health Information Management or related field plus 2 years Cancer Registry Abstracting experience

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. Ability to read and follow written policies, instructions, and regulatory compliance standards. Ability to analyze information and mentally track multiple situations. Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing. Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Prefer RHIA, RHIT, CPC or CCS

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Collects, analyzes, and maintains accurate data on all cancer diagnoses and treatments in compliance with state and national registry standards.

• Abstracts clinical and demographic data from patient records using standardized coding systems (ICD-O, AJCC staging, etc.).

• Ensures timely submission of cancer data to the Arkansas Central Cancer Registry and national databases such as the National Cancer Database (NCDB).

• Collaborates with physicians, pathologists, and clinical staff to ensure completeness and accuracy of cancer case documentation.

• Conducts follow-up on cancer patients to assess treatment outcomes and survival, maintaining updated records for longitudinal tracking.

• Participates in quality control and data audit activities to ensure registry compliance with accreditation requirements (e.g., Commission on Cancer).

• Supports cancer program development and research efforts by providing accurate data and responding to data requests.

• Remains current with updates in cancer registry standards, coding systems, and regulatory requirements through continuing education and professional development.

• May perform other duties as assigned.