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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Oncology Data Specialist - Remote - **Company:** Baton Rouge General Medical Center - **Location:** Baton Rouge, LA, United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Databases, Data Integrity, Microsoft PowerPoint, Electronic Medical Records, Data Analytics, Data Management - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://prd01-hcm01.npr.mykronos.com/ta/rest/ui/recruitment/companies/%7C6042637/job-requisitions/2117973770 ## About the Role * Detail-oriented professional with a passion for accuracy, healthcare data, and cancer registry operations. * Minimum of 1 year of cancer registry experience required (enrollment in an NCRA-approved ODS certification program may be substituted). * High School Diploma or GED required. * Must hold the ODS-C (Oncology Data Specialist Certified) credential from NCRA OR meet one of the NCRA ODS exam eligibility routes and successfully complete the accredited education program within one year of hire. Must obtain ODS certification within three years of hire. * Proficiency with cancer registry software (Metriq, CNExT, or equivalent). * Strong knowledge of cancer registry coding and staging standards, including SEER, NAACCR, ICD-10, AJCC, and CoC/ACoS STORE guidelines. * Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. * Excellent organizational, communication, analytical, problem-solving, time management, and critical thinking skills. * Knowledge of clinical oncology concepts, data management, and data analytics. ## Description Responsible for abstracting all reportable malignancies and reportable benign cases in accordance with Louisiana Tumor Registry (LTR), Commission on Cancer (CoC), and national cancer registry standards. This role supports high-quality cancer care and research through the collection, analysis, and maintenance of accurate and timely cancer data while ensuring compliance with state and national reporting requirements. * Conduct concurrent and retrospective abstraction of cancer patient records from electronic medical records, pathology reports, radiology reports, and clinical documentation. * Analyze medical records to determine primary site, histology, stage, treatment, and other key cancer characteristics. * Accurately collect and enter demographic, diagnostic, treatment, and follow-up data into the cancer registry database. * Assign coding, staging, sequencing, and treatment information according to SEER, NAACCR, ICD-10, AJCC, and CoC/STORE guidelines. * Determine correct sequencing of diagnoses, procedures, and treatment modalities including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, hormone therapy, and other interventions. * Apply critical thinking skills to accurately code primary site, histology, Extent of Disease (EOD), Summary Stage, SSDIs, and AJCC staging elements. * Maintain complete and accurate follow-up of analytical cancer cases in accordance with CoC and state requirements. * Collaborate with internal and external healthcare providers and facilities to obtain complete treatment information. * Maintain and utilize current cancer registry coding manuals, databases, and regulatory resources. * Participate in quality assurance activities, audits, and special projects to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance. * Stay current with cancer registry standards and oncology advancements through continuing education, conferences, and professional development activities. * Adhere to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies regarding confidentiality and protection of sensitive patient information. * Communicate effectively with leadership regarding process improvements, workflow changes, and registry operations. * Perform other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Exploring 5 Key Applications of AI Abundance with Blockchain Assurance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/971-exploring-5-key-applications-of-ai-abundance-with-blockchain-assurance) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Startup Presentation: StorX - Future of Cloud Storage](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1176-startup-presentation-storx-future-of-cloud-storage) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [GenAI Security: Navigating the Unseen Iceberg](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1744-genai-security-navigating-the-unseen-iceberg) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Best Job Boards for Remote Work for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/290-best-job-boards-for-remote-work-for-developers) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)