Primary City/State:

Greeley, Colorado

Department Name:

Oncology Program Mgmt-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Primary Location Salary Range:

$28.32/hr - $47.21/hr, based on education & experience

In accordance with Colorado's EPEWA Equal Pay Transparency Rules.

Explore and excel. At Banner Health, health care is a team effort. One might be surprised by the number of people who work behind the scenes and play a critical role in ensuring the best care for our patients. Apply today.

When facing a cancer diagnosis, a common question is, "where can I go for help?" The answer is Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. By partnering with MD Anderson, one of the nation's leading cancer centers, Banner Health's cancer care includes outstanding cancer programs that integrate the latest in research, education and prevention. All Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center locations in Arizona and Colorado provide care based on the same protocols and practice standards provided at MD Anderson in Houston. We believe patient care is most effective when it's truly collaborative. Our evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach brings together physicians from all cancer specialties to provide highly coordinated and compassionate care. Our cancer experts include medical oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, physician specialists, nurses and clinical support staff.  A vital member of the team includes our clinical nurse navigators who work closely with patients, guiding them through their first visit and serving as a single point of contact throughout their care. From prevention to treatment and beyond, no matter where our patients are on their cancer journey, the team at Banner MD Anderson will be by their side.

This position will support the intake, review, and early oncology patient navigation duties for those being treated for outpatient oncology services.

Prior oncology experience is strongly preferred.

Hours are Mon-Fri (5 8/hr shifts) No weekends or holidays.

McKee Medical Center is a 132-bed, acute-care hospital in Loveland, Colo., a vibrant arts community located 40 minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park. Our hospital offers an array of inpatient and outpatient services including medical, obstetrical, pediatric, orthopedic, surgical, heart, cancer, and critical care. The McKee Cancer Center and McKee Breast Center are among Northern Colorado's leading cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities. McKee is also a Level III trauma center. We are the only hospital in the Rocky Mountain region to be designated an Epicenter for robotic-assisted gynecological surgery by Intuitive Surgical, the manufacturer of the daVinci surgical robot. Our physicians, nurses and other health care professionals can train on state-of-the-art computerized patient simulation mannequins in our simulation center. McKee is accredited by The Joint Commission.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides comprehensive care coordination for the initial patient access process to ensure appropriate care alignment and a smooth and supportive patient experience. This position collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment to optimize patient outcomes.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Coordinates the initial patient access process, making appropriate referrals and consultations in coordination with physicians and providers. Evaluates the medical necessity, urgency and appropriateness of care, optimizing patient outcomes. Collaborates with the patient and referring physician to solicit information needed to determine appropriate physician alignment for consultation.

2. Assesses the medical records to determine if adequate and appropriate records have been obtained. Determines if additional records and pathology reviews are required for initial consultation and collaborates with appropriate resources to secure needed records and documentation.

3. Assists the patient/family through the initial patient access process, providing support and updates. Stays aware of the patient's progression throughout the intake process. Responds to patient requests for information regarding the initial consultation and general questions about the facility, physician and/or available services and resources.

4. Provides support and education to the community physician practices and prospective patients about the referral process. Serves as a resource to other staff members and provides education as needed.

5. Supports process improvement activities for populations of patients to achieve the optimal clinical, financial, operational, and satisfaction outcomes. Participates in staff development to maintain current standards of practice and ensure the highest quality of care.

6. This position has responsibility for coordinating the initial patient access process. This position works independently, with freedom to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures. This position confers with supervisor on any unusual situations. This position is facility-based with no budgetary responsibility. Internal customers include all levels of staff, including physicians. External customers include patients, families, employees of other healthcare institutions, physician offices, referring physicians, community providers and agencies, payers, provider networks, and regulatory agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.

Requires knowledge as typically obtained through a minimum of three years of current experience in specialty area. Requires excellent organizational skills, effective communication and writing skills, good time management skills and knowledge of word processing and database software applications. Also requires a good understanding of process improvement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field is preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.