Survivorship Coordinator

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Covington, Louisiana, seeks a motivated Survivorship Coordinator to implement and manage their cancer survivorship program. The coordinator will work directly with patients and clinical teams, preparing charts, supporting patient encounters, and ensuring care plans are communicated.

The ideal candidate possesses a high school diploma and completion of an accredited MA program or LPN licensure, with at least 2 years of relevant clinical experience. This role promises an engaging environment dedicated to cancer care.

Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical experience as an MA or LPN, preferably in oncology.
• Experience with chart preparation, patient intake, and EMR documentation.
• Familiarity with oncology workflows and multidisciplinary care teams.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee the cancer survivorship program.
• Prepare charts for patient visits and support encounters.
• Coordinate support groups and survivorship events.

Skills

Clinical Support

Chart Preparation

Patient Intake

EMR Documentation

Oncology Workflows

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program or LPN licensure

Job description

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana’s leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. With strategic hospital and physician partnerships, we are delivering on our mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer.

Mary Bird Perkins and its partners work together to provide state‑of‑the‑art treatments and unparalleled collaborative, comprehensive cancer services. This culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer minds in the country, from expert physicians and highly specialized scientists to forward‑thinking leaders in supportive care and other disciplines.

Together, with our hospital and physician partners, we are one‑hundred percent focused on cancer care.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly‑motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description

SCOPE

The Survivorship Coordinator is a clinically active role responsible for the hands‑on implementation and day‑to‑day operations of the cancer survivorship program at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. This individual will work directly with patients and clinical teams to deliver survivorship care—preparing charts for visits, supporting or conducting patient encounters, coordinating follow‑up, and ensuring care plans are completed and communicated. This role is best suited for a highly motivated Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with strong clinical instincts, a patient‑first mindset, and the organizational skills to keep the program running smoothly.

Essential Functions

• Clinical Support and Chart Preparation
• Survivorship Care Plan Completion and Coordination
• Coordination of support groups and survivorship events
• Institutional Engagement and Accreditation Support
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or LPN licensure required. Active LPN licensure in Louisiana preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience as an MA or LPN, preferably in oncology, primary care, or chronic disease management.
• Experience with chart preparation, patient intake, and EMR documentation required.
• Prior experience in a survivorship, care coordination, or navigation setting strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with oncology workflows and multidisciplinary care teams a plus.