Pathology Case Navigator - Full Time - Days
Company: Jupiter Medical Center, Inc.
Location: Jupiter
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Ranked 1 for Safety, Quality and
Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading
destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and
the greater Treasure Coast. Outstanding physicians,
state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment
to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a
broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only
hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties
to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for
Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Education High School Graduate
or Equivalent Experience / Qualifications Two years pathology
experience preferred. Competent with the medical terminology needed
to perform the job. Knowledgeable with the overall pathology
policies, procedures, and service. This position requires
experience, knowledge, and superior independent judgement as well
as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Participates
and assists with the efficient and effective departmental
operations, including department quality control and compliance
adherence. Ability to utilize more than one computer system to
track and receive orders. Able to learn specimen requirements for
ordering of anatomical pathology tissue testing and processing.
Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
Ability to self-direct and exercise independent judgment in
situations requiring follow-up and discussions with clinical staff
and/or other areas of Laboratory to ensure completeness of task and
customer satisfaction. Works well in a team environment to
accomplish common tasks to solve problems and enhance the smooth
and efficient flow of the department. Position Summary This
position is responsible for performing a variety of duties,
including, but not limited to supporting the Pathologists and
Pathology office team. The Pathology Case Navigator will work
closely with Pathologists to handle a variety of tasks, including
case statuses, resolving discrepancies, ensuring accuracy and
completeness of all documents from consultations, and
troubleshooting issues. Interacts closely with Pathologists for the
preparation of case materials ensuring that all necessary slides,
reports, and molecular testing results are available for tumor
board conferences. Facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration by
serving as a liaison between pathologists, oncologists, surgeons
and other specialists to ensure timely and accurate communication.
Responsible for the management of “send-outs” shipping, monitoring
and tracking case materials, consultations, and referral testing
ensuring timely sending and receiving. Process attorney requests
for patient slides for legal matters; maintain all documentation
related to these requests. Assist in generating and managing
reports as directed by the supervisor, medical director, and
administrative lab director, and participate in process improvement
projects, which include data collection, updating procedures, and
streamlining workflows. Performs all administrative functions,
including answering calls and providing related follow-through,
maintaining adequate office supplies, sorting, and distributing
mail, faxing document, filing microscope slides and tissue blocks,
and all other duties as needed. Work in conjunction with Pathology
and Lab team to ensure adherence to quality, safety, regulatory,
certification and accreditation standards in compliance with the
policies and procedures mandated by TJC, CAP, OSHA, and other
accrediting agencies. Supports all other areas of the Pathology
department as needed. Performs all other duties assigned. Team
Member Competencies Establishing Relationships Builds effective
networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to
collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can
relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics
and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others.
Peer Support Provides guidance and feedback to help others
strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve
problems, and perform effectively within the team. Inspiring and
Motivating Others Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by
facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the
organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others,
build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and
positive workflow. Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence Exercises
self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages
emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by
showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills. Acting with
Integrity Interacts with others in a way that is seen as direct and
truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational
motives and representations. Acts in a way that is consistent with
personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises,
and commitments. Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people
of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows
through on commitments. Being a Champion for Change and Innovation
Supports people in their efforts to try new things. Thinks
creatively, generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas
to develop new or improved processes. Accepts new ways of doing
things and adapts to change. Communicating Effectively Speaks and
writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and
logical manner. Adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests
and needs of the audience. Listens attentively and exercises tact,
discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the
department and organization. Promoting Diversity and Inclusion
Treats all people with dignity and respect. Demonstrates an
open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of their
gender, age, race, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability
status, or other characteristics. Challenge’s bias and intolerance.
Develops all-inclusive groups in the realms of social interaction
and communication. Shows respect for the beliefs of others;
encourages and promotes practices that support cultural diversity;
discourages behaviors or practices that may be perceived as unfair,
biased, or critical toward people with certain backgrounds.
Physical Requirements Standing on feet 20% of shift. Sitting up to
80% of shift while using computer, answering phone calls, and doing
paperwork. Walking up to 200 yards per day or more. Lifting: 1-10
lbs from floor to counter level, PRN to transport slides and/or
reports. Carrying: 1-10 lbs distance 50 yards; several times a day.
Squatting: several times a day to reach cabinets, equipment.
Twisting: Upper body 45 degrees; frequency – 10 times/ day.
Rotating: Upper body 45 degrees; frequency – 10 times/ day.
Reaching: arms distance 1-3 feet several times a day. OSHA exposure
level is Category II – Possible occupational exposure to infectious
diseases, blood and body fluids. Use of appropriate protective
equipment is required. Must be able to communicate with coworkers,
supervisors and physicians and answer telephones. Environment is
noisy and disruptive. Numerous interruptions occur throughout the
day. Threshold Requirements These threshold requirements are
required and completed yearly basis. Annual Joint Commission
mandatory education requirements, in-service and health
requirements including attendance at new employee orientation.
TB/PPD Surveillance Program Maintenance of required professional
licensing and/or certification(s). This is not necessarily an
extensive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties,
requirements, or working conditions associates with the job. While
this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job,
management reserves the right to revise the job or require that
other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change. I
have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform
all essential functions of this position.
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