Patient Navigator, Specialist 1

Role Overview

• Assist patients before, during and after cancer treatment through the continuum of care.
• Provide one-on-one assistance to patients, navigating them through the health care system.
• Establish and maintain a climate of mutual respect, dignity, ethical integrity, and trust.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to provide patient care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable.
• Conduct evaluation focused on barriers to care, access, and quality indicators.
• Support the cancer patient/survivor and their family by identifying resources for them as they navigate through medical, insurance, financial and other social issues.
• Active documentation of encounters with patients, barriers to care, and resources or referrals to resolve barriers.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in education, Public Health or selected field with emphasis on case management or social work.
• Relevant experience working with relevant populations or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural setting.
• Experience working in a community-based setting preferred.
• Ability to initiate and maintain positive working relationships with CCOE staff, internal and external partners.
• Good communication skills, such as listening well and using language appropriately.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.