Duties include case ascertainment, technical assistance to tumor registrars, and epidemiological analysis of cancer statistics.
Supervision is exercised over a small staff.
Work is performed under the direction of the Public Health Cancer Program Chief. Oversees the development and maintenance of a population-based state cancer registry to collect information on the diagnosis and treatment of cancer cases among Vermont residents. Ensures timely and accurate reporting of cancer cases by medical practitioners and institutions as required by law. Reviews submitted reports for accuracy and appropriateness for inclusion in the cancer registry. Oversees quality control reviews at reporting facilities and provides assistance and training to tumor registrars in remedying deficiencies.