Oncology Coder Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Overview
Texas Oncology is looking for a Oncology Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Breast Surgeon's team!This position will support the Medical Center location in Houston, Tx. This is a full-time Monday-Friday hours (8:30am-5pm) position with no weekends, call or major holidays.
This position will be either a level I, II or Senior based on candidate experience.
In the heart of Houston's world-renowned Texas Medical Center, innovation and healing converge. TxO -Houston Medical Center delivers advanced cancer care-including CAR-T therapy, radiation oncology, and precision medicine-within the largest medical complex in the world. Surrounded by leading research institutions, hospitals, and universities, patients benefit from a collaborative environment that drives breakthroughs in treatment. Just steps away, Hermann Park, the Houston Zoo, and the Museum District offer moments of peace and inspiration. With easy access to major highways like US-59, SH-288, and the METRORail Red Line, the TMC area is where world-class care meets world-class culture. TxO - Medical Center offers comprehensive services in a brand new facility, and our team works collaboratively to provide high-quality, individualized care for each patient we serve.
Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 300+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." ® in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.
Why work for us?
Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.
Join a Team That Invests in Your Future
At Texas Oncology, we recognize the long-term impact of our people and are committed to rewarding performance and potential. That's why select roles may be eligible to participate in our Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP): an incentive program designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent.
What is the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)?
Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP): is an incentive program that typically vests over a three-year period and is tied to both individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology. Awards are discretionary and based on your position, performance, and potential for future career growth at Texas Oncology. Awards are reviewed and approved during the annual compensation review. LTIP awards are subject to your continued employment through the award payment date, and are governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document.
What does the Clinic Surgery Registered Nurse (RN) do?
Under minimal supervision, provides professional nursing care for surgical patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, and developmental and age specific differences in the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to provide assessment and therapeutic management of the surgical patient/family needs. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
The essential duties and responsibilities (included but not limited to):

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
• Assesses health status by interviewing patients regarding status and medical history.
• Collects and records nursing assessment and interventions.
• Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data, and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the provider.
• Provides psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to procedures where applicable.
• Reinforces education when needed to patients and their families regarding their diagnosis, treatment options, and available resources
• Identifies potential and real gaps in care delivery; seeks out opportunities for avoidance and/or closure
• Prepares for, organizes, and leads the Patient Care Conference (huddle) at regular intervals
• Provides emotional support; delegates and/or make referrals for additional screening and support as needed
• Oversees care coordination in conjunction with multidisciplinary team
• Maintains work environment
  • Restocks the supply area as needed
  • Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood borne pathogen.
  • Maintains all disinfection protocols.
  • Maintains equipment according to quality control standards.
• Facilitates clinical operations and patient care from diagnosis to post-op
  • Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart.
  • Assists physician with exams and procedures.
  • Facilitates and schedules consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals, and future appointments for patients.
  • Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart.
  • As necessary, facilitates communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinates services related to patient care.
  • Assist patients in locating available community resources
• Inter professional collaboration
  • Acts as a resource to LVNs and Medical Assistants
  • Provides coverage to satellite offices as needed
  • Participates in professional development activities and maintains knowledge of surgical nursing (specialty specific) by participating in ongoing education.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have the following background and experience:
Education/Training
Level I

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
• RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must maintain continuing education requirements.
• Demonstrates espertise in surgical oncology nursing
• Works under minimal supervision, providing advanced professional nursing care.
• Acts as a resource to LPNs/LVNs, medical assistants, and less experienced nurses, serving as a mentor/preceptor
• Entry level - 0-3 years nursing experience, oncology experience strongly preferred

Level II

• Minimum three (3) years of nursing experience, oncology experience strongly preferred

Level Senior

• In addition to levels I and II:
• Minimum five (5) years nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology strongly preferred
• Oncology certification preferred

Critical Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Ability to apply the full nursing process in day-to-day clinical operations, including assessment, analysis and nursing diagnosis, care planning, implementation, and outcomes evaluation
• Ability to assess health disparities, identify needs of populations and cultures found within the general facility service area, describe a patient navigation process to address those needs, and document outcomes
• Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize quickly in a fast-paced setting
• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
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