Oncology
Nurse Coordinator – Oncology
Location: Needham, MA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Guaranteed Hours: 72 hours biweekly
License Required: Massachusetts RN License at time of submission
Certification Required: BLS
About the Role
You'll join the oncology team at an ambulatory cancer center, supporting medical oncology physicians and nurse practitioners. This is a patient-facing coordination role where you'll be the clinical voice patients call when they have questions before starting chemotherapy.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform telephone and provide symptom management support
- Coordinate treatment initiation and specialty referrals
- Manage VNA/hospice/DME referrals and imaging/IR procedure setup
- Obtain authorizations for specialty oral chemotherapy drugs
- Coordinate patient appointments and ensure imaging follow-ups
- Provide patient education to support their cancer journey
- Work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, and the care team
Required Experience
- 2+ years of oncology experience (outpatient care coordination preferred)
- Proficiency in telephone and patient communication
- Strong organizational and computer skills
- Experience with specialty referrals, imaging coordination, and DME/hospice referrals
What We're Looking For
A proactive, compassionate clinician who communicates clearly, manages multiple priorities, and takes ownership of patient care coordination.
Additional Information
- Weekly orientation (Mondays, barring holidays)
- No float required
- Free parking and shuttle service available
- Candidates who have worked at this facility within the past six months are not eligible