Overview
Responsibilities
Health Research, Inc. is seeking a Central Registry Cancer Quality Assistant to work within the Bureau of Cancer Epidemiology. The Central Registry Cancer Quality Assistant will be responsible for abstracting and processing cancer case information, including more difficult cases. The incumbent will also monitor the quality, accuracy, and completeness of case processing of cancer case reports produced by relevant New York State Cancer Registry staff at all levels; monitor reports and review case processing and tumor consolidation decisions for quality, accuracy, and completeness; review and evaluate samples of cases completed by field services and case processing staff; resolve duplicate patient and tumor duplicates; assist with death tumor clearance activities; conduct audits of reporting facilities; support special data quality assessment and data improvement efforts; and perform other appropriate related duties.
Gathering and maintaining complete and accurate personal medical information in a timely fashion is essential to fulfillment of the NYSCR’s mandate, which is to reduce the burden of cancer among New Yorkers. The NYSCR uses the information for determining cancer rates and trends, health policy and planning, epidemiological research (including case-control studies), evaluation and identification of cancer control interventions, and targeting high-risk populations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of relevant allied health experience; OR a bachelor’s degree in a related field and an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification; OR an associate’s degree in a related field and three years of relevant allied health experience; OR an associate’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant allied health experience and an ODS certification; OR four years of relevant allied health experience and an ODS certification.
Accepted related fields are Biology; Community Health Education; Health Promotion; Health Communication; Healthcare Administration; Health Information Management; Health Information Technology; Histotechnology; Nursing; Nutrition; Physical Therapy Assistant; Physician’s Assistant; and Public Health.
Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification required for satisfactory completion of probationary period.
Preferred Qualifications
Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification. Completion of college-level coursework in Anatomy and/or Physiology. At least two years of experience performing cancer abstraction and tumor consolidation in a Central Cancer Registry.
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will be available.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans
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About Health Research, Inc.
Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.
HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
· Health, dental and vision insurance – Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
· Flexible benefit accounts – Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
· Generous paid time off – Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
· Tuition support – Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
· Retirement Benefits – HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
· Employee Assistance Program – Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
· And so much more!
About Health Research, Inc.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC), and other health-related entities.
HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.
