Sr. Abstractor - Certified Tumor Registrar

We are looking for an experienced, certified Sr. Abstractor - Certified Tumor Registrar to join the team at Ascension Health. This individual must have a deep understanding of cancer registry policies and procedures, as well as excellent organizational and communication skills. The Sr. Abstractor - Certified Tumor Registrar will be responsible for the accurate and timely completion of cancer data abstracts to ensure compliance with federal, state and accreditation agency requirements. The ideal candidate should possess a Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) certification and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related role. They should be detail-oriented and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Additionally, the Sr. Abstractor - Certified Tumor Registrar should have excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, as well as the ability to interact effectively with staff and other healthcare professionals. If you have the necessary qualifications and are looking for an exciting opportunity to join a leading healthcare provider, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities: • Complete cancer data abstracts in an accurate and timely manner according to federal, state and accreditation agency requirements • Monitor cancer registry data for accuracy and completeness • Maintain up to date knowledge of applicable cancer registry regulations and standards • Work collaboratively with staff and other healthcare professionals • Identify and recommend process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency • Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports as needed • Collaborate with other departments to ensure optimal data collection and reporting • Participate in department meetings to provide input and feedback • Respond to inquiries from external and internal stakeholders • Manage projects and tasks assigned by the supervisor

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Sr. Abstractor - Certified Tumor Registrar in Austin, TX, USA is between $51,000 and $86,000. This range is based on the salaries reported by users of the JobzMall platform.

Ascension is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. Ascension includes approximately 165,000 associates and 40,000 aligned providers. The national health system operates more than 2,600 sites of care – including 150 hospitals and more than 50 senior living facilities – in 20 states and the District of Columbia,