5 Cancer Treatment jobs in the United States

POSITION SUMMARY

The Patient Navigator will serve as a patient liaison to help patients and family members "navigate" the complex healthcare systems. The person in this position works with a multidisciplinary team providing improved comprehensive healthcare services to patients. This position requires advanced expertise to identify and implement improvement processes. Internal and external contacts include nursing staff and management, physicians, patients, families, community agencies, and professional peers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required : Medical Assistant Certification from one of the following (AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT); Ability to work well as part of the interdisciplinary team in the treatment and care of sick and/or terminally ill patients and their families.

Preferred : 2 years' experience working with patients and their families. Associate degree or higher in a healthcare related field.

Lic/Reg/Cert: Medical Assistant Certification.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

Medium to high physical and mental demand capabilities required. Must be able to work independently as well as with co-workers and patients/family members.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates the knowledge, skill, and coordination to provide guidance to the cancer patient from screening to survivorship.
• Coordinates patient request for information regarding the disease process, expected side effects of treatment and community resources.
• Maximizes treatment adherence by coordinating with patients and a multidisciplinary team.
• Tracks and reviews orders, medical tests, and medical procedures and follows those results to provide timely decision-making information for the providers.
• Functions in an organized and time conscious manner.
• Maintains necessary professional standards for employment.
• Understands the side effects of procedures and treatments and coordinates the management of side effects under the directions of the physician.
• Supports the patient during difficult decision-making periods.
• Participates in the appropriate division of these job functions with other patient navigation staff with direction and guidance from providers and management.

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs charge duties as assigned.

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**Location: Temple, TX - Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - 2401 S. 31st Street, Temple, TX 76508**
**Specialty: Hematology/Oncology**
**Shift: Full-time, Day Shift, 32 hours per week (8 hour shifts)**
**Saturday and Sunday plus two additional shifts**
**About Us**
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
+ We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
+ We never settle by constantly striving for better.
+ We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
+ We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
**Benefits**
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
+ Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
+ Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
+ Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
+ Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
**Job Summary**
As a Procedural Registered Nurse, work as a licensed professional using the nursing practice model to oversee patient care. Responsibilities include assessing patients, identifying nursing diagnoses, and developing personalized care plans. Regularly assess patient responses. Contributions help patients navigate healthcare safely by understanding their needs and the system. This prevents complications and delays. Delegate tasks based on Texas nursing laws, patient conditions, and staff skills.
**Essential Functions of the Role**
+ As a Procedural Registered Nurse, use careful clinical judgment. Assess patients and prioritize their needs. Create and adjust care plans for better results.
+ You will assess your nursing practices to ensure quality and effectiveness. This may involve tracking indicators, making changes based on research, and joining quality improvement initiatives.
+ You'll help teach patients and staff. Education will be integrated into care at all levels.
+ In systems thinking, you will use strategies and resources to solve problems for patients, families, and staff.
+ Finally, your professionalism enhances nursing practice and work environment. Contribute to decision-making, recognize others' contributions meaningfully.
**Key Success Factors**
+ Having an in-depth understanding of nursing as well as patient care standards and procedures is crucial.
+ Understanding legal, regulatory, and professional standards is important in every profession. Certification and accreditation requirements are also crucial. Familiarity with departmental policies is vital.
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills are of utmost importance.
+ A knack for addressing problems with critical thinking is essential.
+ It is necessary to monitor patients' health and communicate changes efficiently to nursing staff and healthcare providers.
+ Lastly, giving top-notch, patient-centered care that honors patient diversity is essential. It uses the nursing process and follows nursing standards.
**Belonging Statement**
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
**Qualifications**
+ Accredited program or (2) two years minimum, required for this position.
+ A major focus or specialization in Nursing.
+ Ideally, some relevant professional experience, though less than a (1) one year would suffice.
+ Registered Nurse (RN)
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within (30) thirty days of hire or transfer.
As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Patient Service Specialist provides direct, daily operational front office support in a manner consistent with Guthrie Medical Groups Service Excellence Standards. The Patient Service Specialist will continually demonstrate Patient Centeredness, Teamwork, and Excellence in the daily performance of their duties. This position requires the ability to be self?motivated, flexible, punctual, detail oriented, have good time management skills and have excellent communication skills.

Education, License & Cert:

High School diploma/GED required. Graduation from a Medical Office Assistant school preferred.

Experience:

Demonstrated customer service commitment in a fast?paced environment with a minimum of 1 year experience in a customer service related field preferred. Medical office experience and knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Must be comfortable with computers and learning new applications.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for greeting every patient in a courteous, professional, and timely manner every Time.
• Responsible for answering telephones in a friendly and efficient manner in conjunction with Guthries Telephone Standards. Screens telephone calls, takes messages and provides information.
• Responsible for scheduling and maintaining all patient appointments electronically. Verifies patient information at time of scheduling and assigns B# / MRN to new patients. Responsible for editing appointment schedule at the direction of practice management.
• Registers patient. Reviews, verifies and corrects patient demographic and insurance information along with scanning current insurance cards into the patients confidential medical record.
• Verify eligibility for major insurance carriers including but not limited to New York and Pennsylvania Medical Assistance to ensure accurate billing. Complete various types of insurance forms, pre?certifications and referrals.
• Possess the ability to inform, quote, and collect copayments, insurance deductibles, deposits, or unpaid balances at the time of registration as per Guthrie Medical Group, P.C. s policies and guidelines.
• Responsible for daily cash?out and balancing in accordance with the Patient Cash Control Policy.
• Performs liaison duties between patients, physicians, hospital staff, organizational departments, etc., keeping the departments fully aware of all necessary information. Keeps patients informed of any delays.
• Adheres to departmental and organizational policies and attends meetings/huddles as required.
• Requires the ability to prioritize daily tasks simultaneously in a fast?paced, ever changing work environment within a strong team structure.
• Maintains strict confidentiality related to patient health information in accordance with HIPAA compliance.
• Assists with and completes other projects or duties as assigned including participating in all quality initiatives established by the organization.
  
  

Other Duties:

• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

About Us

Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, youll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.

The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

RESPONSIBILITIES
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for coordinating clinical care of patient. Integrates all health care providers to ensure high quality patient/family outcomes, and establishes a consistent and accountable relationship with patient/family. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, initiation and development of the plan of care, patient/family education, utilization management and discharge planning.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Essential functions- Continuous: lifting up to 1/2 lb., seeing, hearing, talking, grasping, fingering. Frequent to continuous: standing, walking, stooping, forward reaching, handling. Frequent: pushing and pulling up to 30 psi, lifting up to 10 lbs., sitting, bending. Occasional to frequent: squatting, twisting. Occasional: pushing and pulling up to 70 psi; lifting: horizontal lift/carry up to 75 lbs. with assistance, floor to waist up to 35 lbs., waist to shoulder up to 25 lbs., overhead level up to 15 lbs.; carrying up to 35 lbs, running, climbing, side bending, kneeling, crouching, overhead reaching. Operates various machines/tools/work aids.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Inside work. Exposure to body fluids, blood products, and communicable diseases. Work environment may be highly stressful, fast paced and hectic. Assignment to inpatient adult psych areas and Family Treatment Center includes occasionally accompanying patients outdoors. Management of confused/disoriented and combative patients may involve tasks which may compromise physical safety.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education/Certification and Licensure:
1.Licensure: Registered Nurse, State of Hawaii
2.Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing; Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred.
3.Current BLS/HCP card in all areas; ACLS, NALS and/or PALS in designated areas.
4.Ability to read, write, speak and understand English effectively.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet