Patient Navigator Jobs
Patient Navigator jobs are open across hospitals, health systems, community health centers, and nonprofit organizations, at every level from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in oncology, chronic disease management, and social determinants of health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary: The Patient Navigator coordinates access of care for new patients through the healthcare system from initial diagnosis or point of referral. Gathers needed medical information for review during first appointment with physician including diagnostic procedures, pathology reports, operative notes, radiation therapy and chemotherapy information. Functions as a liaison between patients, families, outpatient oncology clinics, primary care physicians, and other support services. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required and one year of college preferred. Minimum two years of working with Oncology patients preferred. Minimum one year experience in a medical office front office setting and/or a hospital based call center that schedules for multiple clinics or departments that utilized Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, LLEAP and Power Chart (LLEMR) required.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of medical terminology required.
- Knowledge of all medical insurances and how they are used in a hospital/clinical based facility required.
- Full knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT codes and how they are used in HMO authorizations required.
- Knowledge of both in-patient and out-patient settings preferred.
- Able to enter/edit data in computer; proficient at keyboarding using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, IDX, Cerner and Power Chart (LLEMR).
- Able to use a variety of office equipment and tools.
- Able to communicate effectively; respond positively under changing circumstances; maintain patient confidentiality and a positive, supportive attitude toward patients and their families, co-workers and staff from various departments.
- Able to collate information for case reports and databases; interpret and understand patient records and various reports including, but not limited to, diagnostic procedures pathology, radiation and chemotherapy reports; think critically; problem-solve; make sound decisions using common sense; work well under pressure; organize and prioritize workload effectively; multi-task; recall information with accuracy and pay close attention to detail; perform basic math functions; assess, evaluate, analyze data; communicate synthesis of information.
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Able to distinguish colors as necessary; write, hear, read and speak sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with workplace; see adequately to read computer screens and written documents necessary to the position.
Licensures and Certifications: None
Job Summary: The Patient Navigator coordinates access of care for new patients through the healthcare system from initial diagnosis or point of referral. Gathers needed medical information for review during first appointment with physician including diagnostic procedures, pathology reports, operative notes, radiation therapy and chemotherapy information. Functions as a liaison between patients, families, outpatient oncology clinics, primary care physicians, and other support services. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required and one year of college preferred. Minimum two years of working with Oncology patients preferred. Minimum one year experience in a medical office front office setting and/or a hospital based call center that schedules for multiple clinics or departments that utilized Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, LLEAP and Power Chart (LLEMR) required.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of medical terminology required.
- Knowledge of all medical insurances and how they are used in a hospital/clinical based facility required.
- Full knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT codes and how they are used in HMO authorizations required.
- Knowledge of both in-patient and out-patient settings preferred.
- Able to enter/edit data in computer; proficient at keyboarding using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, IDX, Cerner and Power Chart (LLEMR).
- Able to use a variety of office equipment and tools.
- Able to communicate effectively; respond positively under changing circumstances; maintain patient confidentiality and a positive, supportive attitude toward patients and their families, co-workers and staff from various departments.
- Able to collate information for case reports and databases; interpret and understand patient records and various reports including, but not limited to, diagnostic procedures pathology, radiation and chemotherapy reports; think critically; problem-solve; make sound decisions using common sense; work well under pressure; organize and prioritize workload effectively; multi-task; recall information with accuracy and pay close attention to detail; perform basic math functions; assess, evaluate, analyze data; communicate synthesis of information.
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Able to distinguish colors as necessary; write, hear, read and speak sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with workplace; see adequately to read computer screens and written documents necessary to the position.
Licensures and Certifications: None
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Who's Hiring
- HALO Diagnostics25H
- Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute12
- Healogics9
- Cooper University Healthcare7
- Monument Health6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services33
- Education11
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in patient navigator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, public health, or a related healthcare field
- Experience with care coordination or case management in a clinical or community setting
- Knowledge of local community resources, social services, and insurance eligibility processes
- Strong communication skills for working with patients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Bilingual or multilingual ability, particularly Spanish, preferred for patient-facing community roles
Tips for Your Patient Navigator Job Search
Tailor your resume to care coordination
Hiring managers scan for outcomes, not duties. Replace task-based bullets with results: how many patients you guided through a care pathway, which barriers you resolved, and how you tracked follow-through. Generic healthcare experience won't stand out without that specificity.
Highlight your community health credentials
Certifications like the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching credential or a Community Health Worker certificate carry real weight in patient navigator postings. List yours prominently near the top of your resume so screeners spot them before reading further.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists patient navigator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by clinical setting and population
Patient navigator roles vary enormously by setting. An oncology navigator at a cancer center requires different experience than a maternal health navigator at a federally qualified health center. Target postings that match the population you've actually served so your application reads as a direct fit.
Prepare case examples that show barrier removal
Interviewers in this field ask behavioral questions about real situations where you helped a patient overcome a specific obstacle, whether transportation, insurance gaps, or language access. Walk through your examples using a clear situation, action, and outcome structure so your answers stay focused.
Negotiate your starting title to protect future growth
Many organizations hire patient navigators at a general level even when the work is specialized. Before accepting an offer, ask whether the title reflects your specialty, because a more specific title like oncology navigator or chronic care coordinator often unlocks a higher pay band and a clearer promotion path.
Patient Navigator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most patient navigators?
HALO Diagnostics, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, and Healogics are hiring the most patient navigators right now, with openings concentrated in California, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Health systems, federally qualified health centers, and cancer care networks consistently post the highest volume of patient navigator roles.
How many patient navigator jobs are remote?
About 33% of patient navigator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though most roles still require in-person or on-site presence for direct patient interaction. Remote opportunities are most common in telephonic care coordination, chronic disease management programs, and insurance-based case management roles where patient contact happens by phone or video.
How do you become a patient navigator?
Start by earning a degree in social work, public health, nursing, or a related healthcare field, then gain direct experience working with underserved or clinically complex patient populations. Earning a Community Health Worker certification or a navigation-specific credential strengthens your candidacy. Many navigators enter through roles in case management, social work, or community outreach before moving into a dedicated navigator position.
How do you get hired as a patient navigator with little experience?
Focus on transferable experience in community outreach, patient education, social services, or any role where you helped people access resources or navigate complex systems. Volunteer positions with health departments, clinics, or nonprofit health organizations count. Emphasize any language skills, cultural competency training, or lived experience with the populations an employer serves, since those qualities matter as much as formal credentials in entry-level postings.
What does the patient navigator interview process look like?
Most patient navigator interviews include a phone or video screen with a recruiter, followed by a structured behavioral interview with a hiring manager or care team lead. Expect questions about how you've handled patients in crisis, resolved insurance or access barriers, and coordinated across departments. Some organizations add a panel interview with clinical staff or a scenario-based exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to patient navigator jobs?
You can find and apply to patient navigator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and experience, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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