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The ODS performs data abstraction by capturing complete patient history, diagnosis, staging, and treatment information for all patients accessioned into the cancer registry by the American College of Surgeon Commission on Cancer (ACS CoC), the Florida Cancer Data System, and customer-specific requirements. It also runs edits on abstracts and makes the necessary corrections to them. The ODS stays abreast of changes to industry guidelines and standards and communicates professionally and effectively with customers, managers, and colleagues both orally and utilizing electronic methods. The ODS participates in Peer Group activities. The ODS exhibits professionalism, flexibility, dependability, commitment to customer service, and a desire to learn. The ODS possesses excellent organizational skills and the ability to adhere to deadlines.
Job Responsibility:
Performs data abstraction by capturing complete patient history, diagnosis, staging, and treatment information for all patients accessioned into the cancer registry by the American College of Surgeon Commission on Cancer (ACS CoC), the Florida Cancer Data System, and customer-specific requirements
Runs edits on abstracts and makes the necessary corrections to them
Stays abreast of changes to industry guidelines and standards
Communicates professionally and effectively with customers, managers, and colleagues both orally and utilizing electronic methods
Participates in Peer Group activities
Exhibits professionalism, flexibility, dependability, commitment to customer service, and a desire to learn
Possesses excellent organizational skills and the ability to adhere to deadlines
Requirements:
Associates degree is required
Must be a certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)
Minimum of five years of cancer registry abstracting experience in a Commission on Cancer (CoC) approved cancer registry
Knowledge of CR Star and Cerner preferred
Takes ownership of certification, including keeping up with education and the required skill set to perform as an ODS
Must be adaptable and flexible in a changing work environment that requires continuous skills upgrading
Must have a demonstrated ability to function independently with little supervision