Clinical Coordinator

California Proton Therapy Center LLC•San Diego, CA

3d•$27 - $30

About The Position

California Protons Cancer Therapy Center provides cancer treatments to patients with varying diagnoses, including patients who travel from around the world. The Clinical Coordinator facilitates patient care by assessing and evaluating patients’ physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs. The role supports and coordinates patient access, appointments, and medical information, and serves as the primary clinical contact, navigator, and patient advocate between patients, their families, and the care team. This is not a research position. The position reports to the Imaging Supervisor. It is classified as non-exempt. The listed salary range is $27.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on experience, with an anticipated hiring range of $27.00–$28.00 per hour. The center has a voluntary but strongly encouraged COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Knowledge of medical procedures, terminology, and equipment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and solve problems innovatively.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated positive behaviors, including mentoring and coaching team members under the candidate’s supervision.
Ability to use critical thinking to recognize and solve patient problems.
Ability to plan work, establish priorities, and remain flexible.
Proficiency with computer applications and EHR systems.
Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers.
At least 3 years of oncology experience in a hospital or clinical setting.

Nice To Haves

Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) certification is highly encouraged but not required.
Bachelor’s degree is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Review medical records to identify candidates for Proton Therapy treatment.
Inform patients of additional testing and/or treatments required.
Receive, track, and report on physician referrals for consultation and/or treatment.
Monitor care and data to optimize patient outcomes, collaborating with medical staff to facilitate optimal patient care.
Facilitate education for patients and families and act as a resource to the health care team.
Advocate on behalf of patients and families to help ensure care is safe and appropriate, considering values, diversity, and human rights.
Coordinate continuity of care with other disciplines through planning, education, and coordination of services.
Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members to gather necessary data for consultations.
Coordinate the delivery of safe and appropriate patient care governed by evidence-based clinical practice.
Maintain records, prepare reports, and document progress notes, telephone calls, patient education, instructions, and unusual situations in patient records.
Serve as an information resource about services for physician offices, potential patients, and families outside San Diego County.