Care Coordinator 1

Job description

Department Overview This is a critical clinical support role within the Community Hematology & Oncology clinic, designed to assist physicians, nurse navigators, and Advanced Practice Providers. The Care Coordinator independently performs a variety of clinical, administrative, and technical functions to ensure patients receive seamless, well-coordinated care across providers and throughout the care continuum. The primary focus of this role is care coordination—bridging gaps between facilities, specialists, laboratories, community resources, and primary care providers. This position manages all non-nurse patient caseloads and provides direct clinical support on clinic days, including order entry, appointment scheduling, and procedure coordination for a specialized patient population. The Care Coordinator also reviews patient records in collaboration with the provider to align care needs both during the clinic visit and throughout the patient’s cancer treatment journey. While direction is provided by the nurse navigator and physicians, the Care Coordinator exercises independent judgment in the execution of these responsibilities. Additionally, this role is key in building and maintain...