Kayla Townsend
Self-employeed
Marine City,MI
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Cancer Data Specialist with 10 years of experience in managing data integrity and regulatory compliance in healthcare. Preparing for recertification in fall 2026 to align with current coding standards. Balances data management with problem-solving and client engagement, adaptable to regulated and fast-paced environments.
Work History
Photographer
9 Years 11 Months- Captured high-quality images of various events and subjects. for a diverse range of clients and events.
- Edited photos using industry-standard software to enhance visual appeal.
- Created personalized photo shoots aligning with client preferences and themes to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Research trends in photography styles to stay up-to-date with current technologies and practices.
- Managed social media platforms, posting engaging content that increased visibility and fostered client engagement.
- Built strong online presence through social media and website portfolio, showcasing work to attract potential clients.
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Oversaw financial planning and budgeting for sustainable growth initiatives.
- Established vendor relationships to secure quality supplies and services.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
- Collaborated with other creatives for joint projects and promotional events.
Oncology Data Specialist
1 Year- Collected and analyzed cancer patient data, enhancing reporting accuracy.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams, ensuring data integrity and completeness for informed decision-making.
- Utilized cancer registry software for efficient data entry and retrieval, supporting streamlined operations.
- Maintained patient confidentiality while managing sensitive information.
- Reported for multiple facilities in different states.
Oncology Data Specialist
8 Years 6 Months- Abstracted cancer data for SEER and collected at multiple facilities to ensure the best data.
- Interpreted pathology reports to assign correct stage classifications per AJCC criteria.
- Abstracted patient records into secure databases using defined data entry protocols and validation rules.
- Identified reportable cancer cases and tumors following state, federal, and professional guidelines, ensuring accurate cancer registry submissions.
- Reviewed patient records for compliance with national standards and completeness, strengthening data integrity for oncology reporting.
Oncology Data Specialist
5 Years 6 Months- Abstracted and coded tumor data to enhance accuracy of cancer registry records.
- Reviewed pathology reports to ensure comprehensive case documentation.
- Reviewed pathology reports to ensure thorough documentation and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained databases ensuring accurate and timely information retrieval.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Skills
Tumor data coding
Registry systems expertise
Analytical problem solving
Detail-oriented approach
Client engagement
Fast-paced adaptability
Certification
- Cancer Tumor Registrar
- YTT- 200
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Oncology Data Specialist
Q-Centrix
2021.05 - 2022.05Read More
Photographer
Self-employeed
2016.11 - CurrentRead More
Oncology Data Specialist
McLaren Macomb Hospital
2014.09 - 2020.03Read More
Oncology Data Specialist
Wayne State University
2012.08 - 2021.02Read More
Macomb Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Health Information Technology
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