Senior Oncology Patient Advocate

Job Summary

Seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Oncology Patient Advocate, this part-time remote position will support cancer patients and their families in navigating treatment decisions, healthcare resources, and challenges associated with a cancer diagnosis while working approximately 20 hours per week.

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct patient advocacy sessions through video and telephone interactions, helping patients prepare for physician appointments and treatment discussions
• Provide educational support, resource coordination, and complete patient outreach and follow-up activities
• Assist with workflow development, continuous improvement efforts, and potentially onboard and train future advocates as the program grows

Required qualifications:

• Professional experience in oncology patient advocacy, oncology navigation, or related healthcare fields is strongly preferred
• Experience supporting a family member through cancer treatment is encouraged
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment with a suitable private workspace for confidential conversations
• Reliable high-speed internet service for video-based patient sessions
• Understanding of HIPAA, privacy, and company security requirements