Lead Oncology Data Specialist

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Leading Oncology Data Specialists maintaining the VA Cancer Registry System. Supporting Veterans Health Administration cancer surveillance through Arrow ARC’s federal healthcare staffing program.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Oncology Data Management, ensuring compliance with CoC and NOPO standards while providing leadership and oversight to a team of Oncology Data Specialists. Proficient in data accuracy, quality audits, and adherence to Federal security and privacy laws.

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Oncology Data Specialist (ODS)Leadership ExperienceCoC Data StandardsJira for Task ManagementOncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) Credential

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Hard Skills

Data CurationData AbstractionDisease SurveillanceQuality ControlCasefindingAJCC Staging ProtocolsSEER StandardsData AccuracyInternal Quality AuditsData Inconsistency Correction

Soft Skills

Team OversightProblem ResolutionCommunication

Tools & Technologies

VA Registry SoftwareDatabase SystemsJira

Certifications & Qualifications

Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) Credential

Industry Keywords

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)NCRA Code of EthicsFederal Security LawsPrivacy ActHIPAACancer Registry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee a team of 5–10 individuals, consisting of both full-time and part-time personnel
Perform internal quality audits to ensure cancer registry data accuracy, with a minimum 90% accuracy standard
Correct all data inconsistencies within five business days
Assign case work to team members based on VISN/VAMC requirements
Input weekly log totals and track team progress using Jira to ensure deliverables meet PWS timelines
Serve as the primary point of contact for team ODSs
Resolve technical or procedural issues related to VA systems, Directives, and policies
Assist in developing the Monthly Program Report, including Quality Control findings and workforce staffing updates
Provide supervisory and technical oversight for Oncology Data Specialists supporting the VA Cancer Registry System
Ensure accurate and timely casefinding, data curation/abstraction, and disease surveillance/follow-up compliant with CoC and NOPO standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Oncology Data Specialist (ODS); 5+ years is highly preferred
At least 1 year of experience in a leadership or supervisory role
Experience working within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system is ideal
Must hold a current, valid Oncology Data Specialist (ODS-C) credential from the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA)
Evidence of maintained certification must be provided annually
Expert-level knowledge of CoC data standards, AJCC staging protocols, and SEER standards
Familiarity with VA-specific registry software and database systems
Working knowledge of Jira for task management and project tracking is preferred
Ability to strictly adhere to Federal security and privacy laws (Privacy Act, HIPAA) and VA sensitive information policies
Adherence to the NCRA Code of Ethics

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply