Cancer Prevention Patient Navigator

Georgetown University; Vinalhaven (ME); In loco; USD 44.000 - 73.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Georgetown University’s Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention seeks a Health Navigator to guide patients through the health care system, focusing on breast, cervical, colon, and lung cancer screenings. The role builds community partnerships, tracks outcomes, and helps patients overcome barriers to care.

As part of Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center outreach, this on-campus position requires excellent communication, organization, and customer service, with some evenings and weekends.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in community health or related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience working with medically underserved populations.
• Ability to read/write in English; weekend availability.
• Proficient in MS Office – Word, Excel and PowerPoint along with a working knowledge of Internet usage and research.
• Knowledge of office equipment.

Mansioni

• Guide patients through the health care system and assist with access to cancer screenings.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners and service providers.
• Track interventions and outcomes and provide education on screening benefits.
• Coordinate transportation and help patients navigate appointments and follow-up care.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in community health or related field

Strumenti

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Internet usage and research

Descrizione del lavoro

Georgetown University’s Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention seeks a Health Navigator to guide patients through the health care system, focusing on breast, cervical, colon, and lung cancer screenings. The role builds community partnerships, tracks outcomes, and helps patients overcome barriers to care.

As part of Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center outreach, this on-campus position requires excellent communication, organization, and customer service, with some evenings and weekends.