Oncology Patient Navigator

The University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network seeks an Oncology Patient Navigator to act as the central contact for patients and families across the cancer care continuum, collaborating with physicians, nurses, social workers, schedulers, and the inter-disciplinary team to coordinate services and promote seamless access to care.

The role focuses on education, advocacy, resource coordination, and timely access to services to support patient-centered care and health equity throughout diagnosis,

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' healthcare experience.
• Oncology, navigation, case management, or care coordination experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as central point of contact for patients and families across cancer care continuum.
• Coordinate services and facilitate access to care.
• Remove barriers to treatment and promote continuity of care.
• Educate, advocate, and coordinate resources to support patient-centered care and equitable access.

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree (preferred)

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.