What are the responsibilities and job description for the Oncology Surgical Services Coodinator position at UW Health?
FTE: 1
Pay Range: $34.72 - $43.40 / hour
Additional components of compensation may include:
- Evening & night shift differential
- Overtime
- On-call pay
Benefits information: https://careers.uwhealth.org/benefits/
At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
- Annual wellness reimbursement
- Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
- Tuition reimbursement for career advancement-ask about our fully funded programs!
- Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
- Strong shared governance structure
- Commitment to employee voice
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Oncology Surgical Services Coordinator supports the operational management of administrative and strategic activities across the entire oncology surgical services program. The coordinator collaborates with the Director of Specialty Clinics and departments to operationalize a cohesive organizational development strategy that aligns with the UW Health mission and strategic plan and maintains open and ongoing communications. The main responsibility of this position is assisting in the development and successful implementation of the strategic oncology surgical services program business plan. This includes successfully operationalizing breast program and Gynecological Oncology strategic initiatives and processes, including program development, strategic development, financial management, and patient care operations.
The Oncology Surgical Services Coordinator works collaboratively with Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, UWNIL Breast Surgery, Gynecological Oncology Surgery, UWNIL General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Operating Rooms, Radiology, and Pathology Departments and the Carbone Cancer Center Rockford operational leadership. This role will oversee operational processes, including policies, documentation, clinical services, patient care, and educational materials, to ensure the optimization of patient care across departments, providing consistent, high-quality, evidence-based care to oncology patients. The coordinator is also responsible for facilitating maintenance of NAPBC Accreditation.
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
Minimum:
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing required.
Preferred:
Relevant experience in the management of ambulatory services and/or programs.LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Must have a current and valid IL RN License
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Experience: A minimum of two years of professional nursing experience is required. Candidates should have a strong clinical background and a proven ability to deliver high-quality patient care. Experience in a healthcare setting will be essential to ensure a thorough understanding of clinical operations and patient needs.
Minimum: Excellent judgement, problem solving, and communication skills. Strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills. Knowledge of service line operations and familiarity with project management skills. Familiarity with computer programs and system applications. Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of staff within the organization and community. Successful completion of annual job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.
Preferred: Effective analytical ability in order to develop and analyze options, recommend solutions to and solve complex problems and issues
Required Skills: Effective organizational, planning and project management abilities. Ability to function independently and deal with multiple, simultaneous projects. Effective communication skills both in written and verbal presentation with a communication style that is open and foster trust, credibility and understanding. Ability to recognize personal strengths and weaknesses and develop goals for professional growth and achievement. Ability to work collaboratively across UW Health entities and disciplines. Demonstrated commitment to patient- and family centered care. Demonstrated innovative approach to problem resolution.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
Salary : $35 - $43
