Data Coordinator III
Job Description
Overview:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.
The WHI Life and Longevity After Cancer (LILAC) Study was funded by the National Cancer Institute. The goal of this study is to enroll WHI participants diagnosed with cancer into a survivorship cohort and examine factors that may affect life and longevity among women who have been diagnosed with cancer. To accomplish this, we will enroll women to participate in an annual questionnaire about health conditions and well-being, set up a biorepository of tumor tissue, and collect data from medical records to learn about cancer treatments and cancer recurrences.
The Data Coordinator III works independently and in collaboration with other outcomes operational staff to assist in accomplishing the study goals described above. The primary focus of the position is to collect and review medical records to ascertain details about cancer diagnosis, treatment, and subsequent outcomes, ensure uniform interpretation of specialized data, abstracting, reporting and quality control.
Responsibilities:
May perform all or some of the following responsibilities:
- Abstract cancer treatment details from medical records for study participants
- Request medical records from medical facilities to ascertain missing cancer treatment details
- Review medical records for accuracy and completeness; re-contact medical facilities if follow-up is needed for missing or incomplete records
- Code data according to specific guidelines and data enter abstraction details into study database
- Attend scheduled meetings to remain apprised of updates and procedural changes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- Three years of experience in medical records, cancer registry, or related field.
- A strong understanding of cancer medical terminology
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision, and also as part of a team
- Detail oriented and highly motivated self-directed professional
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Able to balance competing and shifting priorities
- Demonstrate computer skills with proficiency in a variety of software packages
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- An understanding of cancer progression and treatment
A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.
The hourly pay range for this position is from $28.34 to $40.35 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).
Our Commitment to Diversity: We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.
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