Company Overview
Q-Centrix takes a unique approach to clinical data—viewing it as powerful, curated datasets with limitless potential.
As the creator of the industry’s first Enterprise Clinical Data Management (eCDM™) platform, Q-Centrix combines cutting-edge technology, an unmatched team of clinical data specialists, and insights drawn from a network of over 1,200 healthcare partners. This integrated approach helps improve patient outcomes, drive operational efficiency, enhance performance, and support strategic growth.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Manager or Senior Manager, the Senior Clinical Data Specialist plays a key role in delivering accurate and high-quality clinical data solutions to hospital partners nationwide. This position provides a unique opportunity to join Q-Centrix during a pivotal period of growth, leveraging our deep experience in cancer registry and benefiting from a leadership team that prioritizes employee development and well-being.
Key Responsibilities
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Utilize specialized clinical expertise to accurately interpret, categorize, code, summarize, and calculate complex patient information from medical records for hospital partners.
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Ensure the timely and accurate submission of data to appropriate registries or reporting repositories, consistently meeting high standards of data quality.
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Effectively manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, meet tight deadlines, and communicate clearly with stakeholders, using sound judgment to navigate challenges and escalate issues with proposed solutions when necessary.
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Adapt quickly to various technical systems, including EMRs and case entry platforms; proactively leverage team resources to resolve technical issues.
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Contribute to team knowledge-building efforts by helping create and improve documentation such as abstraction guidelines, data dictionaries, and process documentation; offer ideas for improving operational efficiency.
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Stay current with data reporting requirements and regulations issued by federal, state, payer, and accrediting agencies.
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Perform other duties as needed to support the team and hospital partnerships.
Required Skills & Competencies
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Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to evaluate data methodically and offer thoughtful recommendations.
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Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of data abstraction and documentation.
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Technologically adept with a strong interest in learning and working with new systems and applications.
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Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
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Ability to work independently and take full ownership of assigned patient records and projects.
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Clear, adaptable communication style suitable for working with a range of stakeholders including hospital teams, peers, and leadership.
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple accounts and adjust quickly to shifting priorities.
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Flexible and resilient in adapting to changes in project scope, partner requirements, and timelines.
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Committed to protecting the privacy and security of patient health information (PHI) in all interactions.
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Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.
Education & Experience
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Recent abstraction experience (within the last 12 months) in STS General Thoracic (GTS) or Adult Cardiac (ACS) registries.
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Familiarity with a variety of electronic medical records (EMRs) and clinical database platforms.
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Prior hands-on clinical experience is preferred.
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RN or LPN credentials are highly desirable or equivalent clinical background.