Radioligand Therapy Program Navigator
Overview
Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row! We are searching for a talented Radioligand Therapy Program Navigator Hours: 8hrs Shift: Day shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm Location: Cancer Center - Fairhaven, MA A career at Southcoast Health offers you: A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Generous Earned Time Off Package** Employee Wellbeing Program 403B Retirement Plan with company match Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training **Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours. Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
The RLT Program Navigator is responsible for the operational coordination of the Radioligand Therapy program. This role serves as the central point of contact for patient navigation, insurance authorization monitoring and communication, scheduling, lab monitoring, and interdepartmental communication across radiation oncology, nuclear medicine, medical oncology, and billing. The navigator ensures patients move efficiently through the treatment pathway from referral through treatment completion, with minimal delays and maximum clinical and logistical support. This position works directly with the prescribing physician, nurse practitioner, nuclear medicine team, and billing department to ensure smooth program operations. This position reports to the Chief Physicist and Director of Radiation Oncology.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements: Proficiency in EPIC or equivalent electronic health record system. Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple patients across different treatment stages. Excellent communication skills: ability to interface with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and pharmaceutical support teams. Knowledge of medical terminology, Detail-oriented with strong documentation and data management skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a clinical coordinator, patient navigator, or oncology direct patient care or support role. Demonstrated experience with insurance verification, coordination or prior authorization and benefits verification. Authorization experience with oncology biologics or specialty drugs (and amenable to training). Experience with manufacturer patient assistance programs. Knowledge of HCPCS/CPT coding for oncology and nuclear medicine services and amenable to training. Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay Range USD $19.38 - USD $32.30 /Hr. Apply To This Job