Cancer Registrar

Boston Medical Center (BMC)

Part-time remote Cancer Registrar supporting Boston Medical Center’s tumor registry operations. Maintaining compliant cancer registry data under Senior Cancer Registrar direction and accreditation standards.

Posted 8/5/2026part-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $27 - $38 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cancer registry operations, including compliance with accreditation standards and proficiency in tumor registry coding principles. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for managing workload independently and efficiently.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR®)Cancer Registry ManagementICD-O Coding PrinciplesMicrosoft Office ProficiencyKnowledge of Commission on Cancer Standards

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Hard Skills

Tumor Registry CodingICD-OFORDSSEERCancer Registry OperationsHealthcare ExperienceAccreditation StandardsRegistry Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationStrong Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Cancer Registry SystemMETRIQMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR®)

Industry Keywords

Cancer RegistryCommission on CancerAmerican College of SurgeonsConfidentiality Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Comply with cancer registry operations as directed by the Senior Cancer Registrar
Perform registry operations in compliance with facility needs, State requirements, and Commission on Cancer requirements
Manage cancer registry work independently and efficiently
Prioritize workload and manage time effectively
Adhere to institutional confidentiality guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of formal education and experience
Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR®) through the National Cancer Registrars Association’s Council
Candidates with an Associate’s degree or coding program certificate require 3 years minimum relevant healthcare experience
Candidates with a high school diploma require at least 5 years relevant healthcare experience
Knowledge of medical terminology and tumor registry coding principles, including ICD-O, FORDS, and SEER
Extensive knowledge and advanced education of American College of Surgeons and Commission on Cancer accreditation standards
Previous registry management experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficiency with Cancer Registry System, METRIQ or equivalent
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work well independently and efficiently
Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize workload
Understanding of and adherence to institutional confidentiality guidelines
Must complete a background check before employment
Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu and receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits
Discretionary annual bonuses
Merit increases
Flexible Spending Accounts
403(b) savings matches
Paid time off
Career advancement opportunities
Resources to support employee and family well-being