Patient Navigator

Embark on a rewarding career with Saint Luke's Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

About the role

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus. Under general administrative direction, manages the non-clinical care of patients with cancer DRGs across the oncology service line in conjunction with the patient’s multidisciplinary care team. Collaborates with the patient navigator in coordinating referrals from physicians and healthcare facilities for patients; providing a significant level of patient education related to their illness and planned treatment. Directs patients with cancer DRGs through the complex care continuum and ensures patients receive care that consistently follows evidence-based standards and is in accordance with regulatory standards as defined by the regulatory agencies. Identifies and interacts with community resources and develops relationships with service providers to enhance the patient experience and eliminate barriers to successful completion of care. Develops patient educational resources and support groups as part of the Whole Life Wellness program for all BHS tumor site programs. Manages national accreditation program standard compliance by ensuring staff accountability. Facilitates administrative activities in support of the service line staff and goals. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in business or healthcare related field (required)
• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in business or healthcare related field (preferred)
• 3 years experience in related field (required)
• 5 years experience in related field (preferred)
• Certified Navigator-Breast Advocate (CN-BA) or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) (preferred)

Benefits

At Saint Luke's Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program
• Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.