Patient Navigator
Core
Facilitates patients' ability to obtain services by identifying barriers to care, coordinating treatment plans, and monitoring service implementation at a cancer center.
Role type
Patient Navigator
Builds
Treatment plans and care coordination for cancer patients
Domain
Healthcare / Oncology
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Patient evaluation, Insurance verification, Appointment scheduling, Barrier identification, Medical record management, Community resource knowledge
Responsibilities
Conduct patient evaluations to develop treatment plans; Ensure access to insurance and social services; Provide appointment reminders and act as liaison; Identify and resolve barriers to care; Maintain knowledge of community health resources; Handle patient communications and medical records; Provide administrative support
Seniority
Entry-level, part-time staff