Amanda Dawson

Certified Oncology Data Specialist with 5 years of experience in cancer data management and quality assurance. Proven expertise as a Certified Tumor Registrar at Holy Cross Hospital, ensuring data accuracy and implementing quality control measures. Proficient in cancer registry software systems and adept at abstracting and coding complex oncology data. Seeking to leverage skills in a Certified Oncology Data Specialist role.

Certified Tumor Registrar - Holy Cross Hospital (Trinity Health)

(2021-12)

• Identify and compile patient data from diverse sources, ensuring comprehensive data collection and accuracy.
• Abstract and code patient medical records, including demographics, diagnostic procedures, and treatment details, in compliance with protocol requirements.
• Coordinate data collection activities, implement quality control measures, and resolve data discrepancies to maintain the integrity and validity of the tumor registry.
• Participate in cancer educational activities and conferences, educating staff on study requirements and documenting relevant case details and treatment options.

Quality Assurance Technical Associate - Myriddian, LLC, Maryland Central Cancer Registry

(2020-09 - 2021-12)

• Implemented and monitored quality assurance procedures to ensure high data quality, editing and correcting discrepancies to maintain accuracy.
• Consolidated cancer data from multiple sources into unified tumor records, ensuring integrity and validity through thorough visual reviews.
• Participated in educational webinars to remain informed on the latest national and state cancer reporting standards, identifying training needs based on data quality indicators.

DC Central Cancer Registry Intern - DC Government, Department of Health, DCCR - Washington DC

(2020-01 - 2020-03)

• Identified and abstracted malignant disease cases for database inclusion, ensuring comprehensive data capture from pathology laboratories.
• Edited and corrected data discrepancies, contributing to data integrity and accuracy in cancer case documentation.
• Supported geocoding quality assurance by verifying and correcting addresses using specialized software tools.

Associate Degree of Applied Science - Cancer Registry Management - Rochester Community and Technical College (2019-12)