Cancer Care Navigator: Patient Support & Coordination

Northwestern Medical Center; Vermont; On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medical Center in Vermont seeks a Cancer Navigator to provide patient-centered support from post-diagnosis through survivorship, coordinating referrals and education.

You will work with DI, HIM, and partner clinics to ensure timely care, maintain tracking, and connect patients with resources. Requires bachelor’s in health field or equivalent experience; oncology navigator certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related health field preferred.
• Equivalent clinical or care-coordination experience considered.
• Oncology Patient Navigator certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide post‑biopsy support and explain next steps.
• Coordinate referrals for stereotactic biopsies performed at external facilities.
• Collaborate with DI and HIM to ensure timely transfer of imaging and reports.
• Use the tracking system to monitor follow-up recommendations and support provider order completion.
• Outreach to patients to support timely follow-up and answer questions related to diagnostic plans.
• Conduct warm handoffs upon confirmed cancer diagnosis and provide education about navigation and next steps.
• Coordinate care between PCPs, surgeons, oncology, other medical centers, and other specialists.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Care coordination

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related health field

Equivalent clinical or care-coordination experience

Job description

Northwestern Medical Center in Vermont seeks a Cancer Navigator to provide patient-centered support from post-diagnosis through survivorship, coordinating referrals and education.

You will work with DI, HIM, and partner clinics to ensure timely care, maintain tracking, and connect patients with resources. Requires bachelor’s in health field or equivalent experience; oncology navigator certification preferred.