Research patient Navigator CONTRACT ROLE
About The Position
Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval. Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients. Come join us today!
Requirements
- A minimum of one year of experience in coordinating cancer care /social services required.
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
- valid Florida driver's license is required.
- Must be fluent in English; being bilingual in Spanish highly preferred.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environmental with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands without constant oversight.
- Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook is required.
- Utilizing various research tools, including the Internet is required.
Responsibilities
- The role of a physicians' (DL) patient navigator is to build effective working relationships with the primary care physicians, specialists, patients, healthcare teams and resource providers in guiding patients through the cancer care process from diagnostic and treatment through recovery and surveillance.
- Additionally, the patient navigator investigates, resolves, documents and reports specific patient and family compliments and concerns to leadership and staff,
- develops, implements and participates in customer service and patient relations initiatives
- provides regular accountability and variance analysis of the patient experience.
Benefits
- Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
