Medication Reimbursement Specialist, Oncology - Full Time - Markham Site - Jobs in Markham, ON

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Land Acknowledgement:Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.COVID StatementAs a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion and Courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we are looking for:The Medication Reimbursement Specialist will be the central point of contact for oncology physicians, nurses, social workers and pharmacists to help navigate patient medication coverage. You will be actively involved with government, community based and private agencies that provide financial assistance for medications. In addition, you will be an advisor and advocate to patients, families and health care providers regarding medication costs and the reimbursement process, while assisting with the coordination and submission of application forms for access to medication assistance for oncology outpatients. Working with the decision support specialist for oncology and the clinical team this role will assist with reviewing and ensuring accurate cancer data, define gaps, improve data quality. Additionally, this role will train and orient the users to ensure proper documentation that is complete and validated in Meditech.What you bring to the role:

• At minimum, completion of a two year community college program in an Allied Health related discipline or recognized equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Oncology Outpatient or related setting
• Knowledge and experience with public and private medication access/reimbursement programs and relevant agencies
• Excellent working knowledge of cancer treatments, health system infrastructure, special access programs and third party insurance plans
• Ability to acquire and understand data within records, while ensuring accuracy
• Ability to work with the team to validate and communicate results
• Proven proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and database applications
• Knowledge of Meditech, preferably Meditech 6.0
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Detailed oriented with an ability to follow specific instructions with a high degree of accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team and independently
• Well-developed organizational and prioritization skills coupled with the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills to deal with demanding situations and fluctuating workloads
• Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard
• Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule:The successful candidate will need to be available to work Monday to Friday, Days. Schedules may change based on operational needs.CompensationBand Q: Ranges from $32.17- 37.72 per hour.Who we are:Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 435,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 526 physicians, 28 midwives, 2,400 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us Oak Valley Health Diversity StatementOak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.Required SkillsRequired ExperienceQuick Apply

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