Training Specialist IV

Job Description Training Specialist IV Lead Worker for the central training team who perform complex training work for the Cancer Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch (CESB) Texas Cancer Registry (TCR) relating to the collection and reporting of cancer registry data. Trains Hospital and Non-Hospital reporters medical providers and others in cancer reporting methods. Plans designs organizes conducts and evaluates education programs either alone as part of a training team or through coordination of contract cancer registration experts. Will perform ICD-O coding and staging of cancer data casefinding re-abstracting and other quality control review and analysis to learn and keep abreast of current cancer registration rules and methods. Plans assigns and coordinates the work of other Training Team member(s) and will train new employees as needed. Keeps track of reporting changes updating reporters using appropriate methods. Leads maintenance of the tcr Reporting Handbook and training materials. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the ereporting and Training Team Manager in Austin with considerable latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment. Travel is required. Essential Job Functions Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. (35%) Using a variety of instructional techniques provides or coordinates adult group training to reporting providers including Eligible Professionals and staff statewide regarding technical and medical aspects of cancer reporting. (10%) Researches designs develops evaluates and reviews cancer registration training programs and material and recommends modifications as appropriate for training and education. Monitors development revisions and updates to training material manuals resources and policy and procedure manuals. (10%) Updates and maintains the TCR Reporting Handbook in accordance with changes implemented by national reporting standard setters. (10%) Leads formulation and development of plans procedures policies and programs (traditional and web-based) to meet specific cancer registration training needs of cancer reporting sources and registrars may evaluate and recommend services from external partners. (10%) Formulates learning objectives and plans designs and develops methods for the assessment and evaluation of cancer registration training effectiveness. Designs and maintains a TCR training and education curriculum. (5%) Plans assigns and coordinates the work of other Training Team member(s) and will train new employees as needed assists the eReporting and Training Team Manager in formulating policies and procedures for and in directing training and educational programs services and activities for the Texas Cancer Registry. (5%) Identifies assesses and analyzes training needs for cancer reporting sources statewide prepares budgets for various training programs. Assists in solving statewide and regional cancer registration training issues and problems ensuring effective utilization of modern effective training methods and in promoting the use of training services available to cancer reporting facilities. (5%) Reviews incoming cancer records for completeness accuracy clarity coding. Creates and or codes abstracts by appropriately applying multiple versions of International Classification of Diseases for Oncology (ICD-O) coding schemes and by researching and applying multiple versions of Surveillance Epidemiology and End Results (SEER) National Program of Cancer Registries Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (NPCR) North American Association of Central Cancer Registries (NAACCR) American College of Surgeons (ACoS) and TCR Cancer Reporting Handbook cancer registration guidelines and standards. (5%) Participates in casefinding and re-abstracting procedures in reporting institutions to ensure completeness accuracy and clarity of cancer data. These procedures include identifying cases collecting relevant information from medical and other records completing abstract forms and using the computer for data entry and editing. Compares re-abstracted data with the original record and identifies discrepancies. (5%) Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency s obligations for disaster response and or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and or location. Knowledge Skills Abilities Knowledge of adult education and training procedures principles practices and techniques. Knowledge of group process group dynamics and interpersonal relations. Knowledge of instructional and curriculum design. Knowledge of Cancer Epidemiology & Surveillance (CES) policies and procedures. Knowledge of oncology anatomy medical terminology database management data collection and retrieval procedures and CES edit criteria. Technical knowledge of cancer registration including state national and international standards and guidelines for cancer registration International Classification of Diseases (ICD-9) and International Classification of Diseases for Oncology (ICD-O) (ICD-O-2) and (ICD-O-3) SEER NPCR NAACCR and ACoS cancer registration guidelines and standards and multiple versions and multiple disease staging and treatment scheme criteria of NAACCR NPCR record and inter-record edits. Skill in instructing others and facilitating workshops. Skill in use of computer and Local Area Network software packages (e.g. Access Word Excel Power Point etc.) and use of media equipment. Skill in planning organizing developing implementing and managing multiple projects activities. Skill in analyzing and summarizing data. Skill in problem solving and interacting with cancer reporting sources. Ability to formulate learning objectives and to create and evaluate training objectives requirements and effectiveness of delivery. Ability to oversee the development of teaching methods and outlines training aids texts and text materials. Ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing and to address groups effectively. Ability to assess training needs and to plan and budget for various training programs. Ability to plan assign and coordinate the work of team members. Ability to train others especially large adult groups. Ability to conduct detailed work accurately. Ability to monitor and identify data discrepancies and make suggestions for improvement. Ability to handle multiple assignments projects with varying deadlines. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to work effectively with others and to deal tactfully with professional personnel as well as the public. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely. Ability to analyze and interpret coded data. Ability to monitor and identify problems in coding and case ascertainment. Ability to read and interpret laws and policies and procedures governing cancer reporting. Ability to transport and use a notebook computer cancer resource books and other task-related devices weighing up to 20 lbs. Registration or Licensure Requirements Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) or CTR eligible. Training Certifications. Initial Selection Criteria Certified Tumor Registrar or CTR eligible Knowledge on Anatomy Physiology and Medical Terminology Experience in coding Experience in training adult groups Experience in educational programs Additional Information In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process please notify the person scheduling the interview. APPLY HERE s jobshrportal.cpa.texas.gov ENG careerportal Job_Profile.cfm szOrderID 270745& szReturnToSearch 1& szWordsToHighlight

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