Care Navigator Jobs in Florida
Care Navigator jobs in Florida are in strong demand across health systems, managed care organizations, and community health centers, with openings at every level from entry-level patient advocate to senior clinical care coordinator. The highest concentration of hiring is in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, where large employers like AdventHealth, UnitedHealth Group, and Baptist Health operate extensive care management divisions. Florida's aging population and high Medicaid enrollment drive consistent need for navigators specializing in chronic disease management, behavioral health coordination, and post-acute transitions. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Company: Soni Family Practice and The Doctors Center
Job title: Care Navigation Coordinator
Division/Department: Health Services
Reports to: UM Director/Director of Valued Base Care
Job Summary:
We are searching for a dedicated, compassionate, and highly organized individual to join our team as Care navigation Coordinator. This role is integral to fulfilling our mission of providing excellent, patient-centered care. The Care navigation Coordinator Will be responsible for ensuring seamless transition of care and excellent patient experience, the successful candidate will coordinate patient on boarding, care coordination and referral coordination as well as conduct health risk assessment. (HRA) Calls and engages patients to develop personalized care plans.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Scheduled and coordinate patients' first office visits to ensure a positive experience.
- Create patient charts and ensure all necessary documentation is complete.
- Verify patient eligibility and benefits.
- Request hospital records and other relevant medical information.
- Schedule first appointment with a care coordinator and primary care physician.
- Coordinate patients' referrals to specialists, hospitals, and other health care providers.
- Verify insurance coverage and obtain pre-authorizations as needed.
- Schedule appointments and communicate with patients, providers, and staff.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation in our EHR system.
- Conduct health risk assessment. (HRA) calls with new patients to establish risk levels and identify care needs.
- Collaborate with care coordinators to develop personalized care plans for new patients.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patients' records.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, and staff.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance metrics.
- Adhere to Regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures.
- Follow up on home health and DME orders to ensure patients receive services.
- Provide extraordinary customer service to all internal and external customers, including patients and team members.
- Utilize patient messaging tools.
- Work collaboratively with other care coordinators and Marketing team to ensure patient satisfaction and good health outcomes.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must be detail-oriented, possess the ability to multi-task/problem solve, and be open to cross-functional training.
- Exercise proper phone etiquette and navigate computer software systems proficiently.
- Be team-oriented and work well with patients, colleagues, physicians, and other personnel in a professional and courteous manner.
- Have exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, HCPCS, and ICD coding preferred.
- Bilingual is a plus
Qualifications:
- 5 years of medical experience
- Foreign MD license
- Medical Assistance with more than 10 years of care Coordinator experience
- LPN Florida License
Physical & Mental Requirements: (check all that apply)
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing.
Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving.
Occasionally requires exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.
Occasional travel for clinic activities may be required.
The information listed above is not comprehensive of all duties/responsibilities performed. This job description
is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description
at any time without notice.
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Approved by: Catalina Ferrer Date:1/15/2026
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What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care navigator jobs across Florida.
- Active Florida license as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Mental Health Counselor preferred
- Bachelor's degree in social work, nursing, public health, or a related healthcare field
- One or more years of experience in case management, care coordination, or a patient-facing clinical role
- Proficiency with electronic health record platforms such as Epic or Cerner
- Demonstrated ability to manage care plans for patients with chronic or complex conditions
- Strong knowledge of Florida Medicaid managed care programs and community resources
Care Navigator Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care navigator in Florida?
Most Florida employers require either a clinical license or a social services credential, depending on the focus of the role. Registered nurses should hold an active Florida Board of Nursing license, while social workers need licensure through the Florida Department of Health as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Master Social Worker. Non-clinical candidates often enter through a bachelor's degree in social work, public health, or a related field, and some employers accept the Certified Case Manager credential as an alternative path.
Which companies hire care navigators in Florida?
Companies currently hiring care navigators in Florida include NCH, Health First, and Orlando Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's large managed care and Medicaid health plan market means insurers and integrated health systems are among the most consistent sources of care navigator openings in the state.
Which Florida cities have the most care navigator jobs?
Tampa, Hudson, and Naples have the most care navigator openings in Florida. Miami leads because of its large Medicaid population and dense concentration of managed care plans and federally qualified health centers, while Tampa and Orlando support high volumes of openings through major health systems like AdventHealth and HCA Florida, which operate regional care management hubs in both metros.
Are there remote care navigator jobs in Florida?
Yes, and more than many clinical roles, since care navigators often work by phone, telehealth platform, or secure messaging rather than in person. About 50% of care navigator openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how well the coordination and coaching functions of the role translate to virtual work. Telephonic case management and utilization review roles are the most consistently offered in fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a care navigator in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from a patient-facing support role into navigation, since Florida health systems frequently promote medical assistants, community health workers, and patient service representatives into junior care coordinator positions. AdventHealth, UF Health, and Florida Blue all run new-hire development programs that pair entry-level coordinators with senior navigators. Earning a Certified Case Manager credential or completing a community health worker training approved by the Florida Department of Health strengthens an application significantly and helps candidates with no direct navigation background compete for posted openings.
Where can I find and apply to care navigator jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to care navigator jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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