State Licensed Cancer Registrar

Job Summary

To support cancer registry operations within the Department of Veterans Affairs, a full-time State Licensed Cancer Registrar will perform cancer casefinding, data abstraction, and ensure compliance with reporting standards using VA-approved software.

Key responsibilities

• Perform cancer casefinding and abstraction, documenting patient history and treatment details in the cancer registry software
• Ensure registry data meets reporting requirements for various cancer registries and maintain compliance with coding guidelines
• Update patient follow-up information and correct data issues within specified timelines, participating in quality assurance reviews as needed

Required qualifications

• State Licensure as a Cancer Registrar
• Experience with NAACCR, SEER, and AJCC coding guidelines
• Proficiency in using cancer registry software
• Knowledge of cancer staging and reporting requirements
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with federal regulations