Patient Navigator

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

 

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Job Summary

MGB Cancer Institute Early Detection Program

We are seeking a highly organized and patient-focused Patient Navigator to support a newly expanded clinic that includes Genetics and High-Risk Breast services. This full-time hybrid role (2 days onsite weekly, primarily at MGH, with occasional coverage at the BWH and Waltham campuses) and plays a key role in coordinating care across multiple specialties.

The position focuses on scheduling and managing complex patient visits, obtaining outside imaging and records, placing orders for diagnostic testing, securing authorizations, and guiding patients through their care journey. The navigator is aligned to a specific area of the clinic (e.g., cancer suspicion, high-risk breast, pulmonary nodule, or genetics) and serves as a central point of contact—handling phone inquiries, coordinating care, and supporting provider-requested administrative needs to ensure a seamless patient experience.

 

Education
Bachelor's Degree required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of healthcare resources, community services, and patient advocacy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines and experiences.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with electronic health records and case management software.

 

 

Hybrid

 

55 Fruit Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly

 

Grade

5

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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