Entry Level Oncology Specialist Jobs
New grad oncology specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or clinical training can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with employers like Eisai, Astellas, and DHR Health hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Your future role at a glance:
Location: Remote
Department: Clinical Quality Registry Services
Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours
Salary: $28.35 - $39.52 per hour
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Perform complex analysis utilizing specialty databases to extract patient data from electronic medical records for analysis of cancer incidence data.
- Retrieve and upload manual case finding lists into cancer registry software as required by market assignments.
- Screen disease indices, pathology reports, radiology reports, and other clinical documents to identify reportable cancer cases for case finding.
- Perform primary data abstraction duties for oncology measures and registries while ensuring high levels of abstraction accuracy and alignment with organizational quality standards in compliance with all oncology regulatory standards.
- Maintain the long-term follow up process of data collection and input for all cancer registry patients.
- Collect data for National Cancer Database special studies as required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Oncology Data Specialist credentialed from the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Registrar specializing in Tumors preferred.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience. Successful completion of a NCRA-Accredited Certificate Program required OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
LIFE AT ASCENSION
Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
FRAUD PREVENTION NOTICE
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-VERIFY STATEMENT
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
BENEFITS
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
INTRODUCTION
Your future role at a glance:
Location: Remote
Department: Clinical Quality Registry Services
Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours
Salary: $28.35 - $39.52 per hour
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Perform complex analysis utilizing specialty databases to extract patient data from electronic medical records for analysis of cancer incidence data.
- Retrieve and upload manual case finding lists into cancer registry software as required by market assignments.
- Screen disease indices, pathology reports, radiology reports, and other clinical documents to identify reportable cancer cases for case finding.
- Perform primary data abstraction duties for oncology measures and registries while ensuring high levels of abstraction accuracy and alignment with organizational quality standards in compliance with all oncology regulatory standards.
- Maintain the long-term follow up process of data collection and input for all cancer registry patients.
- Collect data for National Cancer Database special studies as required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Oncology Data Specialist credentialed from the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Registrar specializing in Tumors preferred.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience. Successful completion of a NCRA-Accredited Certificate Program required OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
LIFE AT ASCENSION
Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
FRAUD PREVENTION NOTICE
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-VERIFY STATEMENT
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
BENEFITS
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Entry Level Oncology Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level oncology specialist job?
Entry level oncology specialist roles typically look for candidates with relevant clinical training, coursework in oncology or a related health science, and hands-on experience from internships or rotations. Highlighting patient interaction experience, familiarity with oncology care protocols, and any certifications you've completed gives you a clear edge over candidates who rely on coursework alone. Tailoring your application to each employer's patient population and care setting also strengthens your candidacy.
Which companies hire entry level oncology specialists?
Companies hiring entry level oncology specialists right now include Eisai, Astellas, and DHR Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of hospital systems, cancer treatment centers, outpatient oncology clinics, and specialty health networks actively building their clinical teams.
Are there remote entry level oncology specialist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level oncology specialist roles are on-site given the clinical nature of the work. About 42% of entry level oncology specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to focus on patient coordination, case management, or administrative oncology support rather than direct clinical care.
Are these new grad oncology specialist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior oncology specialist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or clinical rotations toward the requirement, or explicitly accepts a strong portfolio of training in place of full-time work history. If the job description emphasizes learning and mentorship, it is written with early-career candidates in mind.
Which industries hire the most entry level oncology specialists?
Entry Level oncology specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they are expanding oncology service lines and need junior specialists who can grow into more complex patient care responsibilities over time.