Patient Access Coordinator
Roswell Park Cancer Institute

Title:
Patient Access Coordinator
Job Type:
Regular
Company:
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Department:
Ambulatory Services - Head & Neck/Plastic & Reconstructive
Time Type:
Full time
Weekly Hours:
40
FTE:
1
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:
Manages the processes which facilitate the efficient, effective and timely entry of patients into the various diagnostic and treatment areas within Roswell Park; coordinates activities and conducts staff training for those engaged in patient access operations; participates in daily Admission, Discharge and Transfer (ADT) functions; coordinates all the duties of a Senior Patient Access Representative (SPAR) and the Patient Access Representative, which includes, but is not limited to, assuming responsibility for the effective and timely entry of patients into Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, coordinating and making arrangements for all access-related activities including data gathering, triage, communicating with referring physicians, scheduling visits and pre-visit diagnostic tests, admitting patients to the hospital, communicating expectations to patients, communicating with disease-site teams, and providing insurance and financial clearance for new and return visits; acts as a team leader of the disease-site clinical patient access team and/or a Patient Access functional team and ensures that work is delegated and completed accurately in the required time frame; discusses the personal financial responsibilities of patients with respect to investigational or non-covered treatments; attends disease site multi-disciplinary team meetings and communicates pertinent information back to the access and clinical team.

Total combined salary range for Nurse II's is $58,247 - $74,135 annually which includes a comprehensive benefits package..
The listed pay range reflects the range of potential compensation for this role. The actual offer may vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience in an ambulatory or outpatient clinic, healthcare business office or patient access type of environment; or
2. Associate's degree and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time experience in an ambulatory or outpatient clinic, healthcare business office or patient access type of environment; or
3. High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of six (6) years of full-time experience in an ambulatory or outpatient clinic, healthcare business office or patient access type of environment; or
4. High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time experience within the Patient Access Department at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Historical Compensation Information Statement

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