Healthcare Unit Coordinator

Astera Cancer Care; Terryville (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance on Day 1

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-term disability

401k Plan

generous PTO

8 paid holidays (2 floating)

Job summary

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) is seeking a Unit Coordinator to coordinate chemotherapy, radiology, and referrals for Port Jefferson locations. You will communicate instructions to patients and collaborate with the Head Nurse to manage appointments, admissions, and transfusions.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate/bachelor's preferred) and at least one year of unit coordination experience, with strong multitasking and Google Suites skills.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Google Suites

EMR experience

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

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: Port Jefferson, NY Hours: 5 8.5 hour shifts, M-F 7:30am-6:30pm 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.

What We Offer:

Salary: Starting at $24/hr

Benefits:

• Health Insurance on Day 1


• Dental


• Vision


• Life Insurance


• Short- and Long-term disability


• 401k Plan


• generous PTO


• 8 paid holidays (2 floating)

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.