Patient Navigator
START Center for Cancer Research·East Brunswick Township, New Jersey
START Center for Cancer Research·East Brunswick Township, New Jersey
The Patient Navigator facilitates patient referrals for the START Phase 1 program by managing documentation and monitoring metrics. The role involves screening patients for eligibility using EMR and genomic platforms while supporting outreach activities.
The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research.
Throughout our history, START has provided hope to cancer patients in global community practices by offering "Hope Through Access” to cutting edge trials throughout the United States and Europe.
We are seeking a Patient Navigator.
The Patient Navigator facilitates patient referrals for the START Phase 1 program.
This role involves managing referral documentation, monitoring referral metrics, and supporting outreach activities.
The Intake Specialist ensures a smooth intake process and efficient communication with referring providers.
The annual base salary for this role is $24/hr. However, base pay may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Perform referral intake and assist with patient and provider coordination. Maintain referral documentation and monitor referral trends. Screen patients using EMR systems and genomic platforms for eligibility. Support the Nurse Navigator in program outreach and trial promotion. Participate in program meetings and contribute to data tracking efforts.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED with at least two years of clinical or administrative experience, including one year in oncology. An associate's degree and clinical trial experience are preferred.
Market context
Patient Navigator openings in New Jersey often reflect steady demand in oncology and other care-coordination settings, where employers want candidates who can help patients move through scheduling, education, and follow-up. These roles can be competitive because they often require a high school diploma or GED plus clinical or administrative experience, with oncology background and clinical trial experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and focus your application on patient communication, coordination, and any oncology-related experience.
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