Quality Control Specialist

Temporary 4 months ago
Employment Information

Note: This role has the option of being fully remote or the selected candidate can work at the Fremont office location.

Two openings, part-time hours TBD.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Abstract and code information for patients with cancer and other reportable diagnoses from designated cancer reporting facilities in the Greater Bay Area, adhering to current guidelines from registry standard-setting organizations.
  • Perform duties related to the identification, coding, and linkage of reportable diagnoses, following the standards set by the California Cancer Registry and the NCI Surveillance Epidemiology and End Results (SEER) Program.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

The hourly compensation range for this role is $50.07 - 62.39. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate, position requirements, AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or leave, or to temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Frequently temporary employees become successful candidates for career and limited appointment positions.

Required Qualifications

  • Knowledge of cancer registry software and hospital electronic medical record systems.
  • Maintain confidentiality and security of data at all times.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, cancer diagnosis and treatment modalities, and various medical record systems.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Current Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification by the National Cancer Registrars Association’s Council on Certification.
  • Knowledge of California state cancer reporting requirements.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience abstracting cases for cancer reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience abstracting pediatric cancers.

License/Certification

  • Must have current Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certification by the National Cancer Registrars Association’s Council on Certification

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

TEP

Job Code and Payroll Title

004716 PAT RCDS ABSTRACTOR 4

Job Category

Administrative Support, Support Services, Temporary Employment

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Temporary Employment

Percentage

50%

Appointment End Date

30-Jun-2024

Location

Fremont, CA, Hybrid, Remote / Telecommute

Shift

Variable

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

Office Location: 39141 Civic Center Drive, Suite 425 Fremont, CA 94538

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