Patient Navigator - Breast Oncology - Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Description:

Patient Navigator - Days - Breast Oncology - Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Bring your talents to NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center and help drive the success of our Oncology Service Line. The Patient Navigator functions as the primary care coordinator for patients and collaborates with key clinical staff to ensure comprehensive care and treatment.

In this role, you will serve as the Go-To contact for our patients receiving Oncology care, serving as a patient ally throughout the continuum of care. Patient Navigators serve as liaison to physicians and the department, prepping the patient with educational materials, logistics, and expectations. Manage treatment schedules, handle patient inquiries, gather medical records, and set consultations with the medical team. Demonstrate your caring & empathetic patient-first focus via your compassionate listening skills while troubleshooting solutions on behalf of patients. Grow your career in this meaningful and gratifying role that directly impacts our patients' care.

This is a full-time day shift position working on site Monday through Friday. Location is our Columbia campus in Upper Manhattan/Washington Heights.

Preferred Criteria

• Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred

• Experience in health care setting working directly with patients

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

• Experience with Epic

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Required Criteria

• High School diploma or GED

• Diverse and culturally sensitive customer service skills

• Microsoft Word and Excel skills

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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• 2023 “Best Employers for Women” – Forbes
• 2023 “Workplace Well-being Platinum Winner” – Aetna
• 2023 “America’s Best-In-State Employers” – Forbes
• “Silver HCM Excellence Award for Learning & Development” – Brandon Hall Group

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$21.35 - $34.15/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.