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, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Monument Health, Ascension, and University of Miami hiring at this level now.
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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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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 Monument Health, Ascension, and University of Miami, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 6% of entry level patient navigator openings are remote or hybrid as of September 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, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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.