Entry Level Patient Navigator Jobs
New grad patient navigator jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work in healthcare settings or community outreach can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Memorial Healthcare System, CHRISTUS Health, and Atrium Health hiring at this level now.
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Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.
The Patient Navigator is a member of a multi-disciplinary team and will assume responsibility and accountability for the management of patients through the healthcare system.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management, Public Health, or other related field OR ;
2. Associate’s degree in Healthcare Management, Public Health or other related field AND two (2) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. OR ;
3. High school diploma or equivalent AND (4) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management or Public Health.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Three (3) years’ experience in the healthcare field. One (1) year of experience in statistical data analysis.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Establishes close relationships with and serves as primary point of contact for patients.
2. Strategizes to help find payor population based on regional payer mix by collecting and analyzing market data. Responsible for verifying insurance benefits and ensuring coverage for obesity treatment for patients.
3. Maintain a working knowledge of insurance payors pre-certification requirements for medications, diagnostic testing, surgery, referrals, etc. Proactively review policies for changes to prevent delays in certification where applicable.
4. Educates providers and staff on payor regulations in order to prevent denials.
5. Removes barriers to care by identifying resources for patients and helping them navigate through healthcare services.
6. Works with different service lines to assure coordination of appointments if applicable.
7. Schedules patient appointments and adjusts as needed. This includes coordinating appointments with laboratory or diagnostic testing, ensuring adherence to appointments, reminder calls, and managing the patient wait-list.
8. Will be aware if one of their assigned patients is admitted and will round on them daily / assists with scheduling discharge appointments.
9. Assists with getting prescriptions filled. Assesses cost, availability etc.
10. Documents patient information and obtains outside records, as needed.
11. Engages family and/or community resources to meet the identified emotional, social, and financial needs of the patient.
12. Collaborates with available social services for appropriate resource and financial management which may include, but is not limited to, financial assistance coordination and referrals, entitlement program coordination and referrals, patient benefit coordination, assessment for appropriate usage of healthcare resources, and clinical cost efficiency.
13. Other department specific duties may be assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Standard office/clinical environment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Possesses excellent interpersonal communication and negotiations skills in interactions with patients, families, providers, and healthcare team colleagues.
2. Ability to work with people of all social, economic, and cultural backgrounds and be flexible, open-minded, and adaptable to change.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Additional Job Description:
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)Company:
RMH Reynolds Memorial HospitalCost Center:
405 RMH Quality ManagementAddress:
800 Wheeling Avenue Glen Dale West VirginiaEqual Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.
The Patient Navigator is a member of a multi-disciplinary team and will assume responsibility and accountability for the management of patients through the healthcare system.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management, Public Health, or other related field OR ;
2. Associate’s degree in Healthcare Management, Public Health or other related field AND two (2) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. OR ;
3. High school diploma or equivalent AND (4) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management or Public Health.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Three (3) years’ experience in the healthcare field. One (1) year of experience in statistical data analysis.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Establishes close relationships with and serves as primary point of contact for patients.
2. Strategizes to help find payor population based on regional payer mix by collecting and analyzing market data. Responsible for verifying insurance benefits and ensuring coverage for obesity treatment for patients.
3. Maintain a working knowledge of insurance payors pre-certification requirements for medications, diagnostic testing, surgery, referrals, etc. Proactively review policies for changes to prevent delays in certification where applicable.
4. Educates providers and staff on payor regulations in order to prevent denials.
5. Removes barriers to care by identifying resources for patients and helping them navigate through healthcare services.
6. Works with different service lines to assure coordination of appointments if applicable.
7. Schedules patient appointments and adjusts as needed. This includes coordinating appointments with laboratory or diagnostic testing, ensuring adherence to appointments, reminder calls, and managing the patient wait-list.
8. Will be aware if one of their assigned patients is admitted and will round on them daily / assists with scheduling discharge appointments.
9. Assists with getting prescriptions filled. Assesses cost, availability etc.
10. Documents patient information and obtains outside records, as needed.
11. Engages family and/or community resources to meet the identified emotional, social, and financial needs of the patient.
12. Collaborates with available social services for appropriate resource and financial management which may include, but is not limited to, financial assistance coordination and referrals, entitlement program coordination and referrals, patient benefit coordination, assessment for appropriate usage of healthcare resources, and clinical cost efficiency.
13. Other department specific duties may be assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Standard office/clinical environment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Possesses excellent interpersonal communication and negotiations skills in interactions with patients, families, providers, and healthcare team colleagues.
2. Ability to work with people of all social, economic, and cultural backgrounds and be flexible, open-minded, and adaptable to change.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Additional Job Description:
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)Company:
RMH Reynolds Memorial HospitalCost Center:
405 RMH Quality ManagementAddress:
800 Wheeling Avenue Glen Dale West VirginiaEqual Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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Entry Level Patient Navigator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level patient navigator job?
Entry level patient navigator roles typically look for candidates with a background in healthcare, social work, or public health, though some employers accept any bachelor's degree paired with community outreach or volunteer experience. A strong application highlights your communication skills, any patient-facing or case management exposure, and familiarity with care coordination. Bilingual candidates often have an edge in community health settings.
Which companies hire entry level patient navigators?
Companies hiring entry level patient navigators right now include Memorial Healthcare System, CHRISTUS Health, and Atrium Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level covers large health systems, nonprofit community health organizations, and insurance-affiliated care management programs that regularly bring on new graduates and junior staff.
Are there remote entry level patient navigator jobs?
Yes, though most patient navigator roles at the entry level are on-site or hybrid given the patient-facing nature of the work. About 0% of entry level patient navigator openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote roles more common in insurance, telehealth, and care management settings where navigation is done by phone or digital outreach.
Are these new grad patient navigator jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior patient navigator roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it lists zero to two years of experience as the requirement, accepts internships or clinical rotations in place of full-time history, or explicitly welcomes entry level applicants. Many new grad openings also consider a strong volunteer or community health background as equivalent experience.
Which industries hire the most entry level patient navigators?
Entry Level patient navigator roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because care coordination, health literacy support, and patient outreach are core functions that health systems and community organizations staff with entry level and junior talent.