Patient Access - Medical Office Associate

## Patient Access - Medical Office Associate Apply locations:
Grand Rapids, MI:
Big Rapids, MI:
Lansing, MI:
Flint, MItime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R-Our Mission:
At The Cancer & Hematology Centers we are dedicated to help, healing and hope for cancer patients and their families.

We provide our patients with advanced treatments, innovative research and, above all else, compassionate care. Our patients receive the most comprehensive, contemporary cancer care balanced with the compassion of a dedicated nursing and support staff. Treating cancer requires a team of committed and caring health care professionals working together to understand and address your needs. In addition to caring physicians, we have a full range of support staff available to assist you and your family, such as oncology-certified nurses, social workers, experienced lab and pharmacy personnel and a psychologist.

Our focus is not just on healing but also on helping and offering hope. We know that being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing event, and it takes a lot of adjustment to accept the emotional and physical realities of this disease. Our staff understands what you’re going through and can offer compassion and resources to help. To us, it’s important that healing isn't just centered on your disease site.

Our cutting-edge cancer care is available close to home. Our medical staff have close ties to prominent hospitals and ongoing cancer research, and we bring those breakthrough advances to our regional centers to progress the level of care that is offered right here  Join Us? We are looking for talented and high-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.
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** Join our team as the first point of contact for patients navigating one of the most important moments in their care journey.## About the Role Cancer & Hematology Centers (CHC) is looking for a detail-oriented, patient-focused Patient Access MOA to join our team. In this role, you'll be a key part of the patient experience from the very first phone call through scheduling, records coordination, and ongoing support.

You'll work closely with referring providers, clinical teams, and patients to make sure every step of the intake process runs smoothly.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day, thrives in a fast-paced medical office environment, and wants to make a meaningful difference for patients and families during a critical time in their lives.## What You'll Do
* Serve as a liaison between CHC and referring provider offices regarding referrals and new patient appointments
* Coordinate provider schedules to ensure timely scheduling of new patients with the right specialists
* Verify patient demographic and insurance information and gather medical records to complete the intake process
* Answer and direct incoming calls, take accurate messages, and manage hospital consult requests
* Maintain medical records through scanning, filing, and organizing patient documentation
* Manage correspondence, mail, and medical records requests, including coordination with outside offices
* Collaborate with care team members to ensure a seamless, well-coordinated patient experience
* Support quality improvement efforts that make care more efficient and patient-friendly## What You Bring
* High school diploma or equivalent (required)
* Associate degree (preferred)
* 1–2 years of experience in a medical office or similar environment (preferred)
* Comfort working with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
* Medical assistant certification is a plus
* Strong communication skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities with care and accuracy
* A genuine interest in supporting patients through an important and often emotional part of their healthcare journey## Why CHCAs part of Cancer & Hematology Centers, an affiliate of One Oncology, you'll join a mission-driven team dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality cancer and blood disorder care across Michigan. We invest in our staff through ongoing training and development, and we're proud of the close-knit, supportive culture across our clinic teams.
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