Healthcare Unit Coordinator

Astera Cancer Care; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance on day 1

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability insurance (short & long)

401k Plan

Generous PTO

8 paid holidays (2 floating)

Job summary

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) is seeking a Unit Coordinator to manage chemotherapy scheduling, test communications, and interdepartmental coordination. You will work closely with nurses, physicians, and front desk staff to ensure seamless patient care.

The role requires strong multitasking, attention to detail, and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. Competitive benefits are offered, with a strong focus on patient-centered operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least one year of unit coordinator experience preferred.
• Skills in multitasking, customer service, time management, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Google Suites; EMR experience is a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule chemotherapy, radiology, and referrals for assigned locations, ensuring records are obtained.
• Communicate test instructions to patients and address questions before procedures.
• Collaborate with Head Nurse to reschedule unscheduled chemotherapy and Shot Room appointments with authorization.
• Arrange hospital services such as admissions and transfusions.
• Obtain stat results for physicians and nurses from pathology, labs, radiology, and records.
• Handle specialty requisitions (e.g., Caris, BRCA, Foundation One).
• Assist Front Desk and coordinate calls between clinical staff and physicians.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Google Suites

EMR experience

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor preferred

Tools

Google Suites

EMR systems

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and our communities. Our passionate team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and healthcare professionals work together to provide world-class cancer care close to home. By offering cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered approach, we are redefining what’s possible in the fight against cancer and blood disorders. If you want to be part of a growing organization committed to healing, hope, and advanced care, join us and help make a meaningful impact!

Job Description

Location: Setauket, NY

Hours: Mon-Fri (5/8.5 hour shifts between 8am-5:30pm)

Organization: New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS)

In This Role, You Will:

• Coordinate and schedule chemotherapy, radiology, and specialist referrals for assigned locations, ensuring all required records are obtained.
• Communicate test instructions to patients, addressing questions or concerns before the procedure/test date.
• Collaborate with the Head Nurse to reschedule unscheduled chemotherapy and Shot Room appointments, verifying authorization before patient visits.
• Arrange hospital services such as admissions and transfusions.
• Obtain stat results (pathology, labs, radiology, clinical records) for physicians and nurses.
• Handle specialty requisitions (e.g., Caris, BRCA, Foundation One).
• Assist Front Desk with support as needed.
• Assist clinical staff by coordinating calls, including facilitating physician-to-physician communication.

We Require:

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least one year of unit coordinator experience preferred.
• Skills in multitasking, customer service, time management, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Google Suites EMR experience is a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.

What We Offer:

Starting Salary: $24/hr

• Health Insurance on day 1
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability
• 401k Plan
• Generous PTO
• 8 paid holidays (2 floating)

About Us

Join us at NYCBS, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.

Visit our website at: nycancer.com

Follow us on Facebook: NYCBS on Facebook

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists, the best in Long Island cancer treatment: a comprehensive community oncology center delivering more personalized services and faster access to technologies and treatments.

Be part of an innovative team of world class licensed professionals.