Oncology Data Analyst

Oncology Data Analyst

Job Post Date:

04/23/2026 Req # 28202 Clerical/Administrative Support

WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL

Cancer Registry Full Time Day

M-F :

8am-4pm /9am-5pm

Salary Range:

$53,840. -$80,782. At White Plains Hospital, you have an opportunity to work side-by-side with some of the most talented people in the world. We have been widely recognized for our exceptional culture, world-class physicians, Magnet-designated nurses and passionate employees who make a real difference in ourmunity. With tremendous growth opportunities, great benefits, and flexible work schedules, it is no wonder why we are consistently recognized as a Great Place To Work! Position Summary Under the general supervision of the Oncology Data Manager, the Oncology Data Analyst is responsible for the identification of patients with cancer, analysis and interpretation of the cancer site, extent of disease, treatment and follow-up of such patients. Data collection will meet the standards of the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons, the New York State Cancer Registry. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the

Following:

1. Understands and ads to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors. 2. Abstracts all primary sites for Analytic and Non-Analytic abstracts utilizing Pathology s, Radiation Oncology (Aria), Medical Oncology s and EMR's (Meditech, EPIC, modmed Dermatology, Centricity) 3. Employs Defensive Abstracting Techniques to support text and data elements. 4. Employs approved edits software to ensure zero (0) errors to New York State Cancer Registry and the National Cancer Database (NCDB) when validating an abstract. 5. Abstractsprehensive data set in a timely manner including data fields not typical ofprehensive data set. 6. Abstracts RQRS abstracts to fullest ability at time of abstraction. 7. Uses reportable lists and applies skillful judgment inplicated case identification. Runsputerized case finding program to download new cases. 8. Performs quality editing of cases entered through the case finding program. Differentiates between and categorizes new cancer cases, recurrent cancer cases and multiple primary cases. 9. Reviews and analyzes hospital records,puterized reports and other medical reports for relevant cancer data; determines and classifies demographics, primary site, histology, stage and treatment on all cancer sites. 10. Uses AJCC 8th ed TNM Stage Manual, ICD-0 database/Manual, SEER Program Coding and Staging Manual, SSDI Manual, Hematopoietic Database, SEER•Rx, Solid Tumor Rules, Grade Manual, Cancer Forum and any other relevant manual to ensure accuracy. 11. s physicians and other health facilities forplete treatment information if needed. 12. Responsible for updating treatment information that is gatd after the case has been abstracted. 13. Responsible for collecting, analyzing and coding patterns of recurrence in cancer patients treated initially for cure, with identification of sites and dates of recurrent cancer and subsequent treatment; determines and codes cause of death in patients who have expired. 14. Participates in Quality Review of colleague's abstracts and physician reviews. 15. Participates in CAP Review to assist pathology to ensure all eligible surgical cases are synoptic and required data elements are noted. 16. Participates in department projects when assigned. 17. Attend Virtual Cancer Conferences when assigned. Patients discussed shall be abstracted with all information at time of presentation. Synopsis of discussion to assist withpleting the abstract as well as identify the patient as being discussed at cancer conferences shall be done at time of presentation. 18. Attend Department Meetings. When requested, provide a presentation to be discussed. 19. Uses Windows applications and interfaces with Information Systems for data input, analysis and retrieval. 20. Researches and preparesplicated follow-up histories for cancer patients, documenting disease status, condition and treatment for the duration of the patient's life span. 21. Communicates by telephone and mail with physicians, hospitals, and other health institutions in order to obtain necessary follow-up information. 22. Refer requests from patients to appropriate resources (i.e. patient advocates, physician referral service, and medical records). 23. Uses Internet resources to obtain follow-up on patients (Social Security Death Index, telephone directories, and newspaper obituaries). Works with Senior Cancer Registrar to coordinate follow-up letter production. 24. Coordinates sequencing of letter generation and processing of follow-up letter returns. 25. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Education & Experience Requirements High School Diploma with additional college-level studies; Associate's degree and/or Bachelor's Degree preferred. Must be a Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR). Thorough knowledge of ACOS/COC and state registry data collection requirements, including RQRS and CP3R measures Must have formal course work in knowledge of anatomy and physiology or equivalent, and medical terminology. Must have experience working withputers for data entry and report preparation; able to use the internet, Proficiency with Microsoft Office - including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point. Minimum four years abstracting experience; able to abstractplex cancer sites; an expert in abstracting and coding rules. Core Competencies Excellent verbal and writtenmunications skills. Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work to meet department goals and standards. Strong decision-making skills vital with excellent judgment skills to supplement their knowledge and experience. Proven ability to work independently and autonomously. Medical Terminology - Language Multi-tasking several projects at once Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) database and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS database can also be found at the hospital switchboard, d on a disc. Primary Population Served Non-patient care population The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential basepensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).