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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Oncology Data Specialist - FT - Days - Remote Eligible - **Company:** Memorial Healthcare System - **Location:** Pembroke Pines, FL, United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Databases, Health Information Management, Technical Data Management Systems - **Published:** May 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=39773b815449a15f ## About the Role Do you have a valid Certified Tumor Registrar certification?, Do you have experience in Tumor coding?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (HIM) SYSTEMS, HUMAN ANATOMY, MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (1), PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Education and Certification Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required), Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: One (1) year in an accredited cancer program or hospital-based cancer registry. Other Information: Certification as a Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) or Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR).Proficiency with oncology data management software, METRIQ preferred ## Description Responsible for the accurate collection, abstraction, analysis, and management of cancer data for research, quality improvement, accreditation, and regulatory compliance. This role ensures the integrity of oncology data submitted to state and national cancer registries and supports the cancer program's accreditation (e.g., American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer)., Contributes information to the Cancer Committee for the purpose of developing criteria for patient care evaluation, collecting data for protocol studies, and conducting audits. Assists with survey preparation for cancer program accreditation by the Commission on Cancer (CoC).Identifies, analyzes and interprets the history, diagnosis, treatment, disease status and survival data of cancer patients treated in the organization. Abstracts and codes detailed clinical and demographic information from medical records on all cancer patients using national standards (e.g., SEER, AJCC, CoC). Maintains and updates the cancer registry database to ensure accurate and complete cancer case records.Submits timely and accurate data to state and national cancer registries in accordance with regulatory timelines and requirements. Prepares statistical reports on mortality rates, treatment effects, incidence rates of various diagnostic categories and demographic variables for cancer committees, researchers, and regulatory agencies.Keeps current with changes in cancer staging, treatment guidelines, and registry standards through continuing education and professional development. 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