Oncology Rehabilitation Navigator

Location: Bonita Health Center -3501 Health Center Blvd Suite 1119 Estero FL 34135

Department: Rehabilitation Services

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $37.66 - $50.85 / hour

Summary

The Oncology Rehabilitation Navigator (ORN) works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary oncology team including but not limited to medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, physicians, mid-level providers, nurse navigators, dietitians, LCSWs, rehab clinicians, and other oncology healthcare providers as well as community liaisons involved in cancer care. The ORN is responsible for screening and identifying impairments, functional limitations and conditions related to cancer and its treatments. The ORN serves as a point of contact for referring medical providers, patients and caregivers to provide resources and assistance with accessing clinical and supportive care services. The ORN is a resource for cancer rehabilitation therapists for guidance and educational support. The ORN is engaged in administration, consultation, education and research. The ORN also provides direct rehabilitation patient care in the area of their professional discipline. The ORN is expected to conduct themselves in an effective, professional manner. The attributes, characteristics or behaviors required for success in this job include critical thinking, articulate communication, problem solving, interpersonal skills, responsibility, professionalism, use of constructive feedback, effective use of time and resources, stress management, empathy and commitment to learning.

Requirements

Education: Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy, bachelors or masters degree in occupational therapy, or masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.

Experience: Experience and interest in treating Oncology related impairments.

Certification: BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) required.

License: PT, OT, or SLP Florida license required.

Other: Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Completion of CEUs related to cancer rehab in last licensure term. May be required to rotate to treatment areas, other than their primary designation, as requested by their department leader.

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