Overview of Responsibilities:

• Performs the intake assessment/triage coordination and navigation of all patients referred to for Radiation Therapy.
• Serves as a liaison for referring physicians seeking information or access to the system.
• Screens patients for appropriate information and manages the acquisition of pertinent medical records for initial appointments.
• Responsible for the planning and implementation of the patient evaluation process.
• Facilitates the evaluation of patients by interfacing with referring physicians and MGUH services including: Radiology Medical Oncology Radiation Medicine and other MGUH services as needed.
• Coordinates the complex management of patients at various stages of their diagnosis treatment and follow-up collaborating with all disciplines involved in the patient's care to assure timely progress toward the best clinical outcome in the most effective manner.
• Identifies opportunities for patient participation in clinical trials. Communicates information to physicians research coordinators and referring physicians to promote clinical trial enrollment. Responsible for clinical trial Informed Consent and specimen collection as needed.
• Navigates the patient/caregiver through the continuum of care providing education and resources about medical condition diagnostic procedures treatments clinical trials support services hospital processes and other relevant information.
• Serves as an ongoing resource for patient/caregiver education and support.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.