Oncology Patient Navigator

University of Vermont Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT seeks an Oncology Patient Navigator to serve as a central contact for patients and families across the cancer care continuum. This role collaborates with physicians, nurses, social workers, schedulers, and other team members to coordinate services and promote timely access to treatment.

The navigator supports patient-centered care, health equity, and an improved patient experience through education, advocacy, resource coordination, and

Qualifications

• Preferred associate or bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years' healthcare experience; oncology, navigation, case management, or care coordination experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services and promote continuity of care for patients and families across the cancer care continuum.
• Facilitate access to care and remove barriers to treatment.
• Promote patient-centered care, health equity, and improved patient experience through education, advocacy, resource coordination, and timely access to services.

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Oncology Patient Navigator serves as a central point of contact for patients and families throughout the cancer care continuum, including diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and supportive care. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, social workers, schedulers, and other interdisciplinary team members, the Patient Navigator coordinates services, facilitates access to care, removes barriers to treatment, and promotes continuity of care. The role supports patient-centered care, health equity, and improved patient experience through education, advocacy, resource coordination, and timely access to services.

EDUCATION

Preferred associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare-related field or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum two years' healthcare experience; oncology, navigation, case management, or care coordination experience preferred.