| Patient Navigator Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Patient Navigator. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Patient Navigator along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Patient Navigator is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Nurse Navigator - RN, Oncology Navigator - RN, Patient Relations Supervisor, Patient Relations Manager, Patient Safety Specialist, Patient Appointment Scheduler, Patient Experience Manager, Patient Experience Supervisor, Patient Safety Manager |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Patient Navigator |
| Supports patients and their families with educational resources about their diseases and helps to navigate the many paths of a healthcare diagnostic and treatment process. Provides age and culturally appropriate information and resources during the diagnostic evaluation. Identifies support groups appropriate for patients and families and coordinates scheduling. Removes obstacles to treatment by scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, arranging transportation, child care, translation, and other needed services. Tracks and documents metrics and outcomes. RN is not required but experience in healthcare or social services support is typical. May require an associate degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. |
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| Also referred to as: Healthcare Support Care Navigator, Patient Care Navigator |
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| Similar Jobs: Nurse Navigator - RN, Oncology Navigator - RN, Patient Relations Supervisor, Patient Relations Manager, Patient Safety Specialist, Patient Appointment Scheduler, Patient Experience Manager, Patient Experience Supervisor, Patient Safety Manager |
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| Level of Education: Patient Navigator Salaries with No Diploma, Patient Navigator Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Patient Navigator Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Patient Navigator Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Patient Navigator Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Patient Navigator Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare | |
