Multi Clinic Patient Navigator

massgeneralbrigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston is seeking a Multi-Clinic Patient Navigator to guide patients through initial visits and follow-up care within our oncology team.

This onsite, 40-hour weekly role combines patient navigation, care coordination, and administrative support. A Bachelor's degree is required; 1–2 years experience in social work, case management, or a clinical setting is preferred. Strong communication and knowledge of healthcare resources are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of healthcare resources, community services, and patient advocacy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines and experiences.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with electronic health records and case management software.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients and families, ensuring their needs and preferences are considered in the care planning process.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, healthcare providers, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care services, appointments, and follow-up plans.
• Assist patients in understanding and adhering to their care plans.
• Identify and connect patients with appropriate healthcare and community resources, such as support groups, financial assistance programs, and transportation services.
• Educate patients and their families about their medical conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
• Ensure that patients are informed and empowered to actively participate in their healthcare decisions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient interactions, care plans, and resource referrals.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient advocacy

Organizational skills

Time management

EHR familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Electronic health records software

Job description

Site

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

About Mass General Brigham

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

This is a unique, highly patient-facing opportunity for someone who enjoys being at the center of a busy clinical environment and making a meaningful difference in the patient experience. Our Multi-Clinic Patient Navigators help guide patients through their initial visits and next steps in care, working closely with providers and clinical teams to keep the patient journey and clinic flow moving smoothly. This hands‑on role combines patient navigation, care coordination and administrative support. You may help patients navigate the hospital, coordinate follow-up needs and ancillary testing, support clinic flow, and assist with the many details that arise throughout a patient’s visit. No two days are exactly alike! We’re looking for someone who is organized, adaptable, proactive and genuinely enjoys working with patients. This is a great opportunity to become part of a collaborative oncology team and help shape an evolving role as the MGB Cancer Institute continues to grow.

Summary

Responsible for working closely with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure a seamless and patient-centered care experience by assisting with navigating the complexities of the healthcare system, coordinating resources, and providing support to improve patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Advocate for patients and their families, ensuring their needs and preferences are considered in the care planning process.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, healthcare providers, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care services, appointments, and follow-up plans.
• Assist patients in understanding and adhering to their care plans.
• Identify and connect patients with appropriate healthcare and community resources, such as support groups, financial assistance programs, and transportation services.
• Educate patients and their families about their medical conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
• Ensure that patients are informed and empowered to actively participate in their healthcare decisions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient interactions, care plans, and resource referrals.

Education

Bachelor's Degree required.

Experience

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Social work, case management or related field preferably in a clinical setting 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of healthcare resources, community services, and patient advocacy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines and experiences.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with electronic health records and case management software.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 45 Francis Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $23.34 - $33.37/Hourly
• Grade: 5

Pay and Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommod