(Remote – U.S., Part-Time)
🧾 About the Role
WVU Medicine is hiring a Certified Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) to manage and maintain high-quality cancer registry data for reportable tumors and malignancies. This part-time, remote role plays a key part in driving research, supporting compliance, and contributing to national cancer reporting standards. You’ll handle case identification, abstracting, staging, follow-up, and analysis—working across EMRs and cancer registry systems.
âś… Position Highlights
• Schedule: 20 hours per week
• Employment Type: Part-Time
• Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
• Department: Oncology Cancer Registry
• Req ID: JR24-38891
• Posted: 9 days ago
• Employer: WVU Hospitals
📋 What You’ll Own
• Identify and log all reportable tumors using hospital/state/CoC standards
• Abstract cancer cases using EMRs, pathology, lab, surgical, and genetic data
• Assign accurate coding and staging (AJCC TNM, STORE, SEER, ICD-O)
• Maintain 90%+ quality and meet productivity benchmarks
• Monitor and update patient outcomes, including recurrence and survival
• Conduct quality reviews, peer audits, and “not reportable” audits
• Track CoC quality metrics and document compliance
• Generate statistical and research reports on trends, volumes, treatment outcomes
• Support accreditation efforts, cancer committee meetings, and special studies
• Participate in team meetings, training, and continuing education for ODS-C renewal
🎯 Must-Have Traits
• Associate degree
• Active ODS-C (Oncology Data Specialist – Certified) credential with CE compliance
• Strong understanding of cancer staging, registry tools, treatment modalities, and anatomy/physiology
• Detail-oriented and organized with excellent time management
• Able to prioritize and work independently under deadlines
• Strong written/verbal communication and EMR navigation skills
• Experience with AJCC, SEER, NCCN, STORE, SSDI, and other standard setters
• Experience conducting data quality reviews
đź’» Remote Requirements
• Standard HIPAA-compliant home office
• High-speed wired internet
• Proficiency in electronic cancer registry systems and EMRs
• Ability to manage complex datasets independently and securely
💡 Why It’s a Win for Specialized Remote Coders
• Mission-driven work supporting cancer care and national research
• Flexible part-time schedule with meaningful impact
• Join the largest healthcare system in West Virginia with long-term growth paths
• Work remotely while collaborating with clinical teams and data professionals
✍️ Call to Action
If you’re a certified oncology data expert who thrives on accuracy, integrity, and advancing cancer care from behind the scenes, apply now and bring your skills to WVU Medicine’s Oncology Registry team.