Patient Care Coordinator I - Hematology

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch); Seattle (WA); Sur place; USD 3 721 000 - 5 297 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical/vision

Dental

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Résumé du poste

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator I in Hematology to manage complex scheduling, coordinate care across departments, and support patients and families. This role uses multiple computer systems to ensure smooth transitions between care settings and builds trusted relationships with patients to address needs.

The position emphasizes detailed scheduling, effective communication with clinicians and staff, and proactive problem-solving in a fast-paced clinical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize concurrent responsibilities.
• Proficient in MS Word, email, and data entry in a Windows environment.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems and meet patient needs.
• Ability to work in a high pressure, deadline oriented healthcare environment.

Responsabilités

• Schedules all patient appointments related to treatment within Fred Hutch and outside referrals.
• Coordinates scheduling with other departments to ensure efficient patient flow.
• Communicates with patients, families, visitors, providers, and staff and follows up as needed.
• Updates patient and caregiver contact information in the EHR.
• Communicates scheduling needs to providers and other parties; notifies appropriately.

Connaissances

Customer service

Communication

Active listening

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Coping skills

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Outils

Epic or scheduling software

Description du poste

Patient Care Coordinator I - Hematology

Job Details

• Job ID: 31984
• Type: Regular Full-Time
• Location: US-WA-Seattle
• Category: Administrative Support

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Patient Care Coordinator I is a member of a dynamic team and acts as a professional liaison for patients and families, care providers, other Fred Hutch departments and Alliance members. The role uses critical thinking skills to facilitate and operationalize complex scheduling requests through heavy use of multiple computer systems. The role provides continuity of care by ensuring a smooth transition between care settings and by developing a trusted relationship with patients to identify and assist with each patient’s individual needs that may arise related to the care they receive.

Responsibilities

• Schedules all patient appointments related to treatment within the Fred Hutch as well as outside consults and referrals and communicates schedule directly to patients. Coordinates scheduling with other departments to ensure efficient patient flow.
• Works closely with patients, families, visitors, providers, and staff to identify needs, answer questions, resolve problems, provide information, and follow up.
• Update patient and caregiver contact information in EHR when needed.
• Communicates with providers (physicians, therapists, etc.) technologists, and nurses regarding the patient's scheduling needs, treatment schedule, and additional requests. Notifies appropriate parties as needed.
• Manages and prioritizes scheduling requests.
• Recognizes emergency situations and initiates correct code procedures.
• Supports the overall function of the department, and may be required to take on additional duties such as cross coverage, special projects, etc.
• Assists with the training of new staff.
• Update/block provider templates for just in time needs.
• Triage calls from referring physicians, patients, family members, and others wishing to access care at Fred Hutch.
• Collects and enters patient demographic and insurance information and enters into registration databases.
• Assists with the financial clearance process as necessary.
• Distributes work to the Program Assistant and/or Patient Care Coordinator Assistant as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Ability to work independently, organize, and prioritize concurrent responsibilities and demand
• Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone, and in writing in a clear and concise manner
• Proficient in the use of word processing (MS Word), email, and data entry in a Windows-based environment
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Ability to solve complex problems and meet patient needs
• Ability to work in a high pressure, deadline oriented, and complex health care environment
• Ability to review work to identify and eliminate errors and omissions
• Active listening skills.
• Ability to build relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Coping skills.
• Ability to identify and triage issues appropriately.
• Attention to detail to ensure scheduling accuracy.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree (BA or BS)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a patient care setting preferred
• Experience with Epic or other scheduling and registration software

The hourly pay range for this position is from $27.01 to $38.45 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail] or by calling 206-667-4700.