Oncology Patient Navigator-Full Time-Days

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC, seeks an Oncology Navigator to coordinate cancer care across the continuum for patients and families. You will assess needs, provide education on diagnosis and services, and facilitate referrals to the multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include scheduling chemotherapy, coordinating prerequisite tests, developing care pathways, and participating in tumor conferences and accreditation activities to improve the patient experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in a health-related field.
• OPN-CG certification required or obtain within 2 years.
• Minimum 3 years’ oncology experience.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Proficient in English, reading and writing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate oncology care across the continuum for patients and families.
• Educate patients on diagnosis, treatment options, and resources.
• Schedule chemotherapy and manage prerequisite tests.
• Develop assessment tools and care pathways.
• Participate in tumor conferences and accreditation activities.
• Support navigation and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Oncology care knowledge

Care coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in health-related field

OPN-CG certification or eligible within 2 years

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

FacilityCape Fear Valley Medical CenterLocationFayetteville, North CarolinaDepartmentRadiation OncologyJob FamilyNursingWork ShiftDays (United States of America)SummaryCoordinate the care for the oncology patient, their family and/or caregiver across the continuum, overcoming health care barriers, providing a comprehensive assessment, and facilitating timely referrals for appointments to the multidisciplinary oncology team.MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONSThe following is a summary of the major essential functions of the job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time.Provide oncology education related to diagnosis, treatment, cancer center support services, and community resources.Facilitate timely coordination of appointments, tests and procedures communicating any concerns to the appropriate physician/sSchedule chemotherapy appointments and coordinate all required prerequisite appointments, diagnostic testing, and procedures to ensure completion within the expected time established by the ordering physician.Develop oncology assessment tools, guidelines, pathways and algorithmsParticipate in the general cancer multidisciplinary tumor conferenceParticipate in navigation tool development for assessing patient, family, and/or caregiver needsReview cancer NCCN (National Comprehensive Cancer Network) or other national oncology standards with the multidisciplinary team on a yearly basisParticipate in the national accreditation process for Commission on Cancer including quarterly cancer committee meetings.Participate in the navigation meetingsParticipate in oncology performance improvement activities to enhance the patient, family and/or caregiver experience across the continuumOther duties as assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThe following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:High school diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor’s degree in a health-related field preferredCurrent certification required or obtain within 2 years of hire date, in one of the following:Oncology Patient Navigator (OPN-CG)WORK EXPERIENCE:3 years’ experience in oncology and/or case working requiredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking the English languageKnowledge of oncology care and managementKnowledge of disease managementRequires problem solving, decision making, and critical skills thinkingKnowledge of performance improvement processesPhysical strength, occasional assistance with assisting patientsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsManual dexterity and motor coordinationComputer literatePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Speech and auditory acuity for communication of patient needsVisual acuity for observation of patientsOccasional assistance with lifting patientsRequired Licenses and CertificationsCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity