Cancer Screening Patient Navigator
Company : Carepoint Health System
Location : Jersey City, NJ, 07306
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 January 2026
About Us
Welcome to Hudson Regional Health
Technology Transforming Care
Hudson Regional Health is a newly unified healthcare network serving Hudson County through four hospitals.
Together, these hospitals form a single, integrated system with a shared vision—to deliver modern, patient-first care supported by innovation. From robotic-assisted surgery and AI-powered diagnostics to real-time monitoring and precision neurosurgery, HRH is redefining what’s possible in community healthcare.
Patients across the region now have access to state-of-the-art procedures and nationally recognized specialists, all within a connected, local network designed to put care first.
Our Services
We focus on the care our patients need most, delivered with precision, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.
- Advanced Emergency Services - 24/7 emergency departments across all four hospitals
- Robotic-Assisted Surgery - featuring the Da Vinci XI and ExcelsiusGPS systems
- Neurosurgery & Spine Care - including Stealth Navigation and precision-guided treatment
- Women’s Health & Maternity -comprehensive services tailored for every stage
- Imaging & Diagnostics - AI-enhanced systems for faster, more accurate results
- Outpatient & Specialty Care - coordinated care across multiple disciplines
Our HospitalsExplore our hospitals and discover care that’s high-tech, high-touch, and close to home:
- Secaucus University Hospital, Flagship campus featuring the Robotic Surgery Institute and modernized emergency care.
- Bayonne University Hospital, A full-service community hospital offering personalized acute care.
- Hoboken University Hospital, A local leader in women’s health, family medicine, and outpatient services.
- The Heights University Hospital (Jersey City), Expanding access to state-of-the-art care in the heart of Jersey City.
What You'll Be Doing
A Cancer Screening Patient Navigator is needed to support a population health program at CarePoint Health in Hudson County. Primary duties are to assist patients who identified as a high risk for developing lung and or colo-rectal cancer and overdue for cancer screening. The Navigator plays a pivotal role guiding the most at-risk patients, helping people prevent cancer, screen for cancer, and link patients to quality cancer treatment.
Under the supervision of the project director and system director cancer services, the Navigator provides individualized assistance to patients who are due for Lung/Colo-rectal cancer screening. Often the first point of patient contact; this position ensures that eligible patients receive lung and colorectal cancer screening, and follow-up with linkage to care. The Navigator needs to be self-motivated, driven by improving health outcomes and health equity, and with a solid ability to operate autonomously with guidance.
Primary Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
What We're Looking For
Education, Skills and Experience Requirements:
- Prefer Medical Assistant plus two (2) years of experience with health care clinic operations in a patient-facing role
- Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of community health care and primary care.
- Electronic health record (EHR) experience required
- 2-3 Years Medical Office experience preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and databases required
- Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, staff, and external organization.
- Strong communication skills with diverse populations required. Solid relationship- building and interpersonal skills. Excellent time management skills. Excellent coordination skills, including multitasking and setting priorities on work assignments.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and organization services.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, customer service skills, phone etiquette and works well in a fast-paced dynamic atmosphere. Team-oriented mentality.
- Ability to multi-task and work independently while being detail oriented.
- High degree of independence, flexibility, initiative, and commitment. Demonstrated awareness and value of cultural competence.
- Displays extraordinary customer service skills in person, telephone, and written communications.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking and writing ability preferred.
- Under the supervision of the project director and system director cancer services, the Navigator provides individualized assistance to patients. Often the first point of patient contact; this position ensures that eligible patients receive lung and colorectal cancer screening, and follow-up with linkage to care. The Navigator needs to be self-motivated, driven by improving health outcomes and health equity, and with a solid ability to operate autonomously with guidance.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications: When determining the compensation, several factors may be considered including, years of relevant experience, credentials, union contracts, education, and internal equity.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K, Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Opportunities for professional growth, development, and continuing education
- Employee wellness programs and resources
Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date, during the influenza season, if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical exemption.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Frequently asked questions
Navigators in Jersey City play a vital role by identifying obstacles such as language differences and transportation issues. They connect patients with local resources, arrange transportation, and provide bilingual support when possible, ensuring smoother access to lung and colorectal cancer screenings and follow-up care within the community.
At Carepoint Health System, the navigator integrates cutting-edge technology like AI diagnostics with personalized patient outreach. This blend of innovation and community-focused care ensures that patients are guided through screenings efficiently while benefiting from a unified hospital network prioritizing health equity and precision medicine.
By proactively reaching out to high-risk patients overdue for screenings, navigators significantly boost early detection rates. This targeted intervention reduces late-stage cancer diagnoses, helping improve survival rates and overall community health, especially in underserved areas of Hudson County.
Employers value candidates with medical assistant credentials plus experience in healthcare settings. Proficiency with electronic health records and bilingual abilities, especially English-Spanish fluency, are highly sought to effectively serve Jersey City’s diverse patient population and navigate complex clinical workflows.
Salaries for Cancer Screening Patient Navigators in Jersey City typically range from $48,000 to $62,000 annually, depending on experience and credentials. Factors such as bilingual skills, familiarity with oncology navigation, and healthcare system experience can influence compensation within this competitive market.
Carepoint Health offers navigators opportunities for continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs. These initiatives foster skill enhancement, career progression, and work-life balance, helping navigators stay current with oncology best practices while contributing to community health improvements.
This role emphasizes outreach to patients at high risk for lung and colorectal cancer overdue for screening, coordinating specific diagnostic procedures like low-dose CT scans and colonoscopies. It also involves data tracking for quality improvement and close collaboration with cancer service directors within a tech-forward hospital system.
Navigators coordinate patient care across four hospitals, facilitating referrals and screening appointments at locations like Secaucus University Hospital and The Heights University Hospital. This collaboration ensures seamless access to specialized services such as robotic surgery and AI-enhanced diagnostics for cancer patients.
Hudson County shows growing demand for navigators due to increased focus on preventive oncology and health equity. While competition exists, candidates with bilingual skills, EHR proficiency, and community health experience have a distinct advantage in securing roles within integrated systems like Carepoint Health.
Experienced navigators can progress into roles like oncology nurse navigator, clinical trial coordinator, or healthcare program manager. Gaining specialized certifications and leveraging Carepoint Health’s professional development resources can open doors to leadership positions within cancer care and population health management.