Coordinator GYN Oncology Procedures

• DEPARTMENT: 67124 – Surgical Oncology
• LOCATION: 2320 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples, FL, 34109
• WORK TYPE: Full Time
• WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Office

ABOUT NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.

NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we’re proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Coordinator GYN Oncology Procedures is a specifically trained individual who demonstrates expertise in dealing with cancer patients. As first impressions are lasting, it is imperative that our personnel portray patience, understanding, professionalism, compassion and accuracy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

– Other duties may be assigned.

· Schedule and co-ordinate surgery and radiology procedures between patient, physician and hospitals.

· Obtain authorizations for chemotherapy and port flushes as needed.

· Extensive contact with Physicians, Patients, Hospitals and Insurance companies.

· Schedule all surgeries and radiology procedures at hospitals and/or radiology offices.

· Communicating to patients’ all pre-operative and pre-radiology workup and testing.

· Maintain timely communication with patients, hospital departments and physician offices.

· Obtain all authorizations for surgeries and radiology procedures.

· Maintain contact between referring offices for the purpose of coordinating surgery assists if necessary.

· Maintain surgery schedule in book and in computer so that Physicians can access their surgery schedules.

· Verify that insurance information is accurate prior to scheduling.

· Coordinate with the financial counselor to communicate financial responsibilities with the patients prior to surgery.

· Other duties as assigned by Practice Manager

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

· Minimum High school graduate or equivalent.

· Minimum of 1 year experience in a medical office setting required.

· Prior experience of medical insurance/authorization process.

· Excellent organization and interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task.

· Superior computer and telephone skills.

· Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.