Location: Chico, CA

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 04-28-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift, 8 hours (start/end times not specified; client lists day shift only)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $35 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Abstract oncology and cancer-related data accurately from medical records and electronic sources
• Maintain and update the cancer registry in accordance with standards and reporting timelines
• Validate and ensure data quality, resolving discrepancies and following up with clinical teams
• Prepare and submit required registry reports and assist with data requests
• Use Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet resources to document, analyze, and present registry findings
• Collaborate with clinicians and health information teams to support registry completeness and compliance
• Apply ODS/Tumor Registrar knowledge to coding, staging, and case-finding activities

Qualifications

• Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) certificate required
• Tumor Registrar / Cancer Registry experience required
• Associates degree or equivalent (60 college level credits) required
• Minimum one year of experience working in a Cancer Registry
• Two years experience using computer software programs including Microsoft Word and Excel and internet-based tools
• Comfortable working remotely with reliable internet access and a productive home workspace
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet deadlines

Education

• Associates degree or equivalent (60 college level credits)

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and reporting
• Familiarity with cancer registry processes, coding, and staging principles
• Ability to navigate electronic medical records and internet-based data sources
• Strong data entry, auditing, and quality assurance skills
• Good written and verbal communication for collaboration and reporting
• Knowledge of confidentiality and HIPAA best practices

Benefits

• Supportive remote work environment that helps you balance life and career
• Opportunities to grow your registry and oncology expertise while working with a dedicated team
• Professional development encouragement and access to resources to maintain your certification
• A collaborative team that values accuracy, integrity, and your contributions
• Clear onboarding and role guidance so you can hit the ground running
• Flexible remote setup guidance so you can be productive from home
• Meaningful work contributing to accurate cancer data and better patient outcomes
• Recognition for quality work and attention to detail

Travel Perks: Explore Chico, CA

Chico is a great balance of outdoor fun and small-city charm. Explore Bidwell Park’s miles of trails and the Chico Creek swimming areas, visit the historic Bidwell Mansion, enjoy downtown dining and local breweries including the famous Sierra Nevada Beer Camp vibe, and take weekend trips to nearby Lake Oroville or Lassen National Park for hiking and scenery. Plenty of farmers markets, community events, and a friendly local scene make it a pleasant place to base a short-term contract.

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