What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Services Coordinator position at The US Oncology Network?
Overview
Alliance Cancer Specialists is seeking a courteous, energetic, and detail‑oriented Patient Services Coordinator to join our Horsham Office. This position is responsible for welcoming patients and visitors, managing incoming calls, supporting clinical staff, and ensuring an efficient, patient-centered experience. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and is committed to delivering exceptional service with professionalism and compassion.
This position supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics, Business Standards, and US Oncology’s Shared Values.
Key Responsibilities
Front Desk & Patient Interaction
Beware of fraudulent job postings. Alliance Cancer Specialists and The US Oncology Network will never request financial information during the hiring process. Verify legitimate job postings at:
🔗 https://careers.usoncology.com/main/
Alliance Cancer Specialists is seeking a courteous, energetic, and detail‑oriented Patient Services Coordinator to join our Horsham Office. This position is responsible for welcoming patients and visitors, managing incoming calls, supporting clinical staff, and ensuring an efficient, patient-centered experience. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and is committed to delivering exceptional service with professionalism and compassion.
This position supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics, Business Standards, and US Oncology’s Shared Values.
Key Responsibilities
Front Desk & Patient Interaction
- Warmly greet patients, visitors, and family members in a professional and timely manner.
- Check in patients and promptly notify clinical staff of arrivals.
- Provide required paperwork to patients and assist with completion as needed.
- Collect, verify for completeness, and scan/file all patient forms.
- Update and maintain accurate patient demographics and insurance information.
- Collect co-pays and outstanding balances; issue receipts.
- Answer all incoming telephone calls promptly and courteously.
- Screen calls, respond to routine questions, route calls to proper personnel, or take accurate messages.
- Page clinic staff as needed and relay messages clearly and promptly.
- Record cancellations and missed appointments; reschedule appointments and notify appropriate staff.
- Schedule outside consults and procedures as ordered by physicians.
- Schedule CT (CAT) scans and PET scans after insurance approval.
- Maintain chart messages and assigned queues.
- Scan and copy updated insurance cards.
- Provide general administrative support including scanning, filing, and maintaining lobby organization.
- Ensure adequate stock of forms and office supplies.
- Strictly follow HIPAA, state, and federal guidelines regarding patient confidentiality and records.
- Complete all required e‑learning courses within 90 days of hire.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 18 months medical front office experience, including insurance forms and scheduling software.
- Knowledge of office routines, clinical staff workflows, and scheduling processes preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) required.
- Strong adaptability—ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities.
- High commitment to quality, accuracy, and service excellence.
- Ability to be onsite during standard business hours.
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking, and hearing.
- Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination required.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs occasionally.
- Normal corrected vision and hearing required.
- Clinical environment with potential exposure to communicable diseases, medical preparations, toxic substances, or ionizing radiation.
- Regular in-person interaction with patients, staff, and physicians.
- Minimal travel may be required between office locations.
Beware of fraudulent job postings. Alliance Cancer Specialists and The US Oncology Network will never request financial information during the hiring process. Verify legitimate job postings at:
🔗 https://careers.usoncology.com/main/