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Give Patients A Helping Hand at the Providence Cancer Center
ORGANIZATION: American Cancer Society
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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13 people are interested
The American Cancer Society Mission Statement:
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.
Position Summary:
Cancer Resource Center (CRC) volunteers provide the general public with access to cancer-related information; specifically guiding cancer patients, families and/or caregivers with referrals to local, state and/or federal resources including American Cancer Society (ACS) programs and services.
Responsibilities:
- Provide resources and information from the ACS website, database and 24-hour 1-800 number
- Guide patients and family members seeking educational information
- Commitment to fostering an inviting atmosphere
- Accommodate the needs of walk-in cancer patients and families with wigs, turbans and hats from the center
- Maintain high level knowledge of ACS programs, services and community resources
- Document and track all service referrals per ACS program
- Order necessary materials to maintain stock
- Support patient services and health initiatives', project work and delegated duties as assigned
- Adhere to patient confidentiality standards at all times
More opportunities with American Cancer Society
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About American Cancer Society
Location:
2350 Oakmont Way, Suite 200, Eugene, OR 97401, US
Mission Statement
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service.
Description
American Cancer Society provides patient services, education, and advocacy on cancer-related issues. In addition, the Society raises funds for cancer-related research as well as programsthrough events such as: Relay For Life, Trail Barons Ball, Making Strides, Daffodil Days, Coaches vs. Cancer.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
ACS Cancer Resource Center at Providence940 Royal Ave #10Medford, OR 97504
DATE POSTED
May 26, 2016
SKILLS
- General Education
- Customer Service
- Patient Care
- People Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training