Oncology Triage Coordinator (Hybrid)

OneOncology; East Brunswick Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company contribution

Job summary

Astera Cancer Care in East Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Triage Secretary to support physicians and care teams. The role focuses on efficient triage calls, lab/test result communication, and timely paperwork processing to ensure smooth patient care.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with clerical experience preferred; strong communication and knowledge of office equipment are essential, with a hybrid work model to support patient access.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; clerical experience preferred.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment (computer, fax, copier, telephone).
• Strong communication and organizational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls promptly and address them in a timely manner.
• Call patients to relay lab and test results as requested by MDs.
• Process paperwork and faxes from Triage and Operators; enroll patients in treatment plans.
• Assist with authorizations for prescriptions, including prior authorizations for narcotics.
• Scan approved authorizations into chart and coordinate with pharmacy and patient.
• Initiate hospice, VNA and physical therapy paperwork as needed.
• Prepare prescriptions for Durable Medical Equipment and mastectomy prescriptions.
• Coordinate patient care with MDs and other facilities; ensure medical paperwork is signed off.
• Protect patient privacy by following HIPAA guidelines and comply with state/federal/local regulations.

Skills

Clerical skills

Phone handling

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Astera Cancer Care in East Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Triage Secretary to support physicians and care teams. The role focuses on efficient triage calls, lab/test result communication, and timely paperwork processing to ensure smooth patient care.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with clerical experience preferred; strong communication and knowledge of office equipment are essential, with a hybrid work model to support patient access.