Oncology Patient Navigator

University of Vermont Health Network • Burlington, VT

1d • $22 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Minimum two years’ healthcare experience

Nice To Haves

• Oncology, navigation, case management, or care coordination experience preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a central point of contact for patients and families throughout the cancer care continuum, including diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and supportive care.
• Works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, social workers, schedulers, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Coordinates services, facilitates access to care, removes barriers to treatment, and promotes continuity of care.
• Supports patient-centered care, health equity, and improved patient experience through education, advocacy, resource coordination, and timely access to services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree