Onsite Patient Care Coordinator – Medical Oncology

University of Chicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago Medicine in Chicago's Hyde Park seeks a Patient Care Coordinator in Medical Oncology to guide patients and families through the health care system, coordinating appointments, referrals, and care activities to ensure timely, high-quality service.

This 100% onsite role requires excellent communication, multi-tasking, discretion with patient information, and collaboration with clinicians.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma and at least two years in a high-volume healthcare setting.
• Excellent telephone and interpersonal communication skills; ability to multi-task.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and exercises good judgment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedules appointments, coordinates referrals, and confirms logistics for tests, imaging, procedures, and treatments.
• Obtains medical records and prior authorizations as needed for care coordination.
• Provides patient education and follow-ups to ensure timely attendance.
• Coordinates care across departments and UCM network sites.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Discretion

Patient coordination

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

University of Chicago Medicine in Chicago's Hyde Park seeks a Patient Care Coordinator in Medical Oncology to guide patients and families through the health care system, coordinating appointments, referrals, and care activities to ensure timely, high-quality service.

This 100% onsite role requires excellent communication, multi-tasking, discretion with patient information, and collaboration with clinicians.