Cancer Registry Abstractor

Welcome to Universal Health Services, where we are dedicated to providing top-quality healthcare to our community. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Cancer Registry Abstractor. This critical role plays a vital part in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of our cancer registry data, which is used to track and monitor patient outcomes, inform research studies, and guide treatment decisions. If you have a passion for contributing to the advancement of cancer care and possess the necessary qualifications and skills, we would love to hear from you.

1. Accurately collect and enter data related to cancer diagnoses, treatment, and outcomes into the cancer registry database.
2. Conduct regular audits to ensure the completeness and accuracy of the data in the cancer registry.
3. Collaborate with healthcare providers and other team members to gather necessary information and resolve discrepancies in the data.
4. Stay up-to-date on changes in cancer coding and reporting guidelines to ensure compliance with industry standards.
5. Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to cancer care, such as patient survival rates and treatment effectiveness.
6. Assist with research studies and data analysis by providing accurate and timely data from the cancer registry.
7. Maintain confidentiality and security of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
8. Participate in training and educational opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills related to cancer registry abstraction.
9. Communicate effectively with team members and other healthcare professionals to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the cancer registry data.
10. Contribute to the continuous improvement of cancer care by identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for process changes.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Cancer Registry Abstractor in West Palm Beach, FL, USA is $40,000-$60,000 per year. This may vary based on factors such as experience, education, and employer.

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services in the nation with more than 90,000 employees dedicated to improving people’s lives and transforming the delivery of healthcare. Through its subsidiaries, the company operates 26 Acute Care hospitals, 328 Behavioral Health inpatient facilities, and 42 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care centers in 37 states in the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. UHS also offers health insurance plans through Prominence Health Plan, and manages a network of physicians through Independence Physician Management.