Healthcare Navigator
Core
Provide compassionate, patient-centered support to cancer patients and families, acting as a key advocate to ensure timely, equitable, and culturally responsive care throughout the continuum of care.
Role type
Healthcare Navigator (Patient Navigator)
Builds
Continuity of care and patient access to treatment, resources, and clinical trials
Domain
Healthcare / Oncology / Community Health
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Patient advocacy, care coordination, resource identification, HIPAA compliance, cultural competency, grant writing, data documentation
Preferred skills
Oncology experience, bilingual/multilingual abilities, community health organization experience, Medicaid/Medicare knowledge
Technologies
Microsoft Office, Canva, Endnote
Responsibilities
Serve as primary point of contact for patients and caregivers; assist in understanding treatment options and support services; identify and address barriers to care (financial, language, housing, transportation); provide emotional support and connect with counseling/resources; collaborate with interdisciplinary team members; maintain accurate documentation; educate on healthcare systems and financial assistance; participate in outreach and health education.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC