Oncology Surgical Coordination Lead

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Oncology Network seeks a Surgical Support Coordinator Lead for Texas Oncology, based at the Texas Oncology Medical Center, 5206 Research Dr., TX 78240. You will coordinate surgical cases, schedule pre-operative clearance, and ensure accurate charting in a fast-paced oncology setting.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in medical office or hospital settings with progressive responsibility, familiarity with PMS/EHR, and strong MS Office skills; on-site, Monday–Friday schedule with regular

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years of medical office or hospital experience with progressive responsibility; clinical experience as a medical assistant or surgery scheduler preferred.
• Knowledge of multiple PMS and EHR platforms preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel) required.
• Proficiency with medical and surgical terminology and knowledge of insurance benefits, eligibility, and authorization procedures.
• Must complete onboarding courses and on-demand training within 45 days of occupying position.
• Four years of medical office or hospital experience with progressive responsibility for Sr level.

Responsibilities

• Effectively oversee and manage the continuum of surgical case coordination within department standards.
• Coordinate, schedule, and authorize pre-operative clearance testing and any diagnostic imaging as ordered.
• Effectively coordinates surgical cases between patients, co-surgeons, vendors, first assists, and facilities.
• Ensure that reports are captured in the chart.
• Reviews and confirms with patients all surgical details and any pre-appointment instructions or protocols.
• Requests, reviews, and audits to ensure referrals and authorizations are obtained in advance of all procedures.
• Evaluate service costs and execute financial clearance and patient care commitments.
• Manages physician operating room blocks with surgical facilities in accordance with facility policy.
• Accurately documents/updates patient records in designated systems.
• Provides support to providers to solve and manage complex administrative issues.
• Maintains confidentiality; adheres to HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Medical office experience

Surgical scheduling

PMS/EHR knowledge

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

4 years medical office experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The US Oncology Network seeks a Surgical Support Coordinator Lead for Texas Oncology, based at the Texas Oncology Medical Center, 5206 Research Dr., TX 78240. You will coordinate surgical cases, schedule pre-operative clearance, and ensure accurate charting in a fast-paced oncology setting.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in medical office or hospital settings with progressive responsibility, familiarity with PMS/EHR, and strong MS Office skills; on-site, Monday–Friday schedule with regular