Job opening
Oncology Data Specialist
Catholic Health · Buffalo, NY, US
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About this role
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- Employer
- Catholic Health
- Location
- Buffalo, NY, US
- Pay
- 26.97 - 40.45 USD per hour
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Work mode
- Remote (classified)
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Occupation (O*NET)
- Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars (classified)
- Posted by employer
- October 8, 2026
- First seen on Buffalo Projects
- October 25, 2026 · today
- Deadline
- Not listed
Skills in the posting
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Required
- Microsoft Office, Excel
“Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel”
Full description
Facility: Administrative Regional Training Cntr
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days
Hours:
7-3
Summary:
The Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) is responsible for maintaining all components of the Cancer Registry and associated data systems in compliance with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and accreditation standards. This role abstracts, codes, analyzes, and reports cancer data using CRStar and other registry tools. The ODS ensures accurate and timely data submission to regulatory agencies, including the New York State Cancer Registry (NYSCR), and supports long-term follow-up, data quality, and reporting initiatives.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
- Associate Degree in Health Information Technology with RHIT credentials or a Bachelor Degree in Health Information Administration, with RHIA credentials is preferred
- Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) credentials required; Maintains credentials by meeting NCRA’s continuing education requirements
EXPERIENCE
- Six (6) – twelve (12) months experience is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Strong knowledge of ICD-O-3 coding, AJCC staging, SEER Summary Staging and STORE data standards
- Proficiency with cancer registry software (CRStar preferred)
- Ability to interpret complex medical records accurately
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Fully Remote
- Prolonged computer use and data entry
ENVIRONMENT
- Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment; typical of most office jobs
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