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Neighborhood Health

Patient Navigator

Nashville, TN

$19.25 - $26.25/hr

The Patient Navigator will work within Neighborhood Health communities to enroll members in ... Medicare enrollees who are at or below 135% of the federal poverty level apply for the Medicare ...

SPHS GROUP

Care Navigator 1

Monessen, PA · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

A Care Navigator provides individualized and community-based services that address opiate use. As a ... Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care ...

SPHS GROUP

Care Navigator 1

Washington, PA · On-site

$19.50 - $25/hr

A Care Navigator provides individualized and community-based services that address opiate use. As a ... Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care ...

New Heights Care Connections

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Care Navigator

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Our Care Navigators are not just outreach workers. They are the last-mile connection between a ... Prior experience with Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, or value-based care populations * Experience ...

Equitas Health

Benefits Navigator

Dayton, OH · On-site

$50.97/hr

The Benefits Navigator is responsible for assisting clients in determining eligibility and ... This position is also responsible for connecting clients to Medicaid, Medicare, Qualified Health ...

New Heights Care Connections

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Care Navigator

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Our Care Navigators are not just outreach workers. They are the last-mile connection between a ... Prior experience with Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, or value-based care populations * Experience ...

New Heights Care Connections

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Care Navigator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Our Care Navigators are not just outreach workers. They are the last-mile connection between a ... Prior experience with Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, or value-based care populations * Experience ...

New Heights Care Connections

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Care Navigator

Dayton, OH · Remote

$25 - $30/hr

Our Care Navigators are not just outreach workers. They are the last-mile connection between a ... Prior experience with Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, or value-based care populations * Experience ...

New Heights Care Connections

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Care Navigator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Our Care Navigators are not just outreach workers. They are the last-mile connection between a ... Prior experience with Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, or value-based care populations * Experience ...

Unity Physicians Hospital

Patient Navigator

Mishawaka, IN · On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

The Financial Navigator works with patients and their families to help them reduce stress or ... Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance programs. 5. Assists patients in completing the ...

Front Range Clinic

Patient Navigator

Loveland, CO · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

Experience with Medicaid, Medicare, ACA Marketplace, commercial insurance, and financial assistance ... The Patient Navigator helps ensure that patients have a knowledgeable advocate and guide who can ...

Porch Light Health

Patient Navigator

Loveland, CO · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

Experience with Medicaid, Medicare, ACA Marketplace, commercial insurance, and financial assistance ... The Patient Navigator helps ensure that patients have a knowledgeable advocate and guide who can ...

Front Range Clinic

Patient Navigator

Loveland, CO · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

The Patient Navigator serves as a dedicated member of the Porch Light Health care team, helping ... Experience with Medicaid, Medicare, ACA Marketplace, commercial insurance, and financial assistance ...

Aveanna Healthcare

Care Navigator

Miami, FL · On-site

$20 - $25.75/hr

The Care Navigator, in partnership with the location leadership, represents Aveanna in business ... As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for medicare navigator in the United States is $22.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectMedicare NavigatorMedicare Insurance Agent
CredentialsTypically no licensing required; some certifications availableLicensed to sell insurance products, including Medicare plans
Work EnvironmentGovernment or nonprofit settings, assisting beneficiariesPrivate insurance companies, brokerages, or independent
Employer & Industry UsageFederal/state programs, healthcare assistance organizationsInsurance companies, brokerages, Medicare plan providers
Primary FocusProviding unbiased Medicare information and guidanceSelling Medicare plans and related insurance products

Medicare Navigators primarily assist beneficiaries by providing unbiased information about Medicare options, often working for government or nonprofit organizations. In contrast, Medicare Insurance Agents are licensed professionals who sell Medicare plans, earning commissions. While both roles involve Medicare, Navigators focus on education and guidance, whereas Agents focus on sales and enrollment.

How do Medicare navigators get paid?

Medicare navigators are typically paid through federal or state funding programs, often as federal contractors or employees, and may receive a salary or hourly wage. Some navigators work for insurance companies or organizations that provide training and certification, and their compensation can include benefits and performance incentives. Payment structures vary depending on the employer and funding source, but they generally do not rely on commissions from plan sales.

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Infographic showing various Medicare Navigator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,665 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Patient Navigator

Neighborhood Health

Nashville, TN

$19.25 - $26.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Neighborhood Health is an innovative network of 10 community health centers in Nashville, Lebanon, and Gallatin, Tennessee. We provide comprehensive primary care, integrated behavioral health, and dental services to almost 30,000 patients. Our patients primarily include immigrants, residents of public housing, individuals experiencing homelessness, and persons living with addiction. As a federally qualified health center, we provide care without regard to health insurance or a patient’s ability to pay. We also strive to improve our Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model to ensure all of our patients get the right high-quality care, at the right place, and at the right time.
Neighborhood Health now seeks a Patient Navigator. This full-time employee will be responsible for two primary functions: enrollment in coverage programs and coordinating care for our members. This position will report to the Manager of Patient Navigation.
More information on Neighborhood Health is at www.neighborhoodhealthtn.org.
The Patient Navigator will work within Neighborhood Health communities to enroll members in programs such as TennCare, CoverRx and the Federal Health Insurance Marketplace. Furthermore, it will be the responsibility of this individual to coordinate ongoing care between patients and practitioners. The Patient Navigator may also be required to represent Neighborhood Health at community events.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree, associate’s degree or experience equivalent. Qualifying full-time eligibility determination experience, experience in a clinical setting or similar experience at a professional, paraprofessional or technical level of three years or more.
Skills
  • Active listening and learning skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Basic mathematical skills
  • Able to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Effective organizational and time management skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Excellent reading comprehension skills
  • Spanish speaking preferred
  • Experience with TennCare, CoverRx and the Federal Health Insurance Marketplace is preferred
  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Abilities
  • Flexibility and adaptability to various environments and regulations
  • Able to be objective
  • Combines pieces of information to form conclusions
  • Communicates information and ideas in a manner tailored to the audience
  • Concentrates on tasks over a period of time without getting distracted
  • Multi-tasks with competing priorities
  • Retains information
  • Works as part of a team
  • Able to work with diverse population
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Enrollment
  1. Ensures:
    1. uninsured children and uninsured pregnant women apply for TennCare/CoverKids on or before their date of service;
    2. uninsured parents/caretaker relatives of minor children under the federal poverty level apply for TennCare on or before their date of service;
    3. uninsured adults age 18-64 under the federal poverty level apply for CoverRx on their date of service; and
    4. Medicare enrollees who are at or below 135% of the federal poverty level apply for the Medicare Savings Program on their date of service.
  2. Ensures those patients ineligible for health coverage programs apply for and enroll in pharmacy patient assistance programs (PAPs) so these patients can obtain the prescription medications they need.
  3. Remains up-to-date on new policies and procedures as they are implemented in order to ensure accurate eligibility determination and enrollment.
  4. Successfully complete all required and applicable federal and/or state consumer assistance training.
  5. Makes decisions by analyzing information related to client’s eligibility to ensure appropriate policy and procedures are applied.
  6. Calculates accurate income based on information provided by clients and obtained through other sources to determine eligibility.
  7. Documents required verifications, services, benefits provided, and other case-related activity using a computerized case record and/or paper case files.
  8. Properly stores and maintains case related documentation to ensure program integrity and client confidentiality.
  9. Documents reports of activities and outcomes as required.
  10. Obtains documentary evidence to support client information to ensure proper eligibility determination.
  11. Interviews clients to obtain information related to their eligibility for government assistance programs.
  12. Explains eligibility for benefits and services, as well as ongoing responsibilities, to ensure client understanding.
  13. Uses computer systems to enter client information to determine eligibility and ensure clients receive proper notifications.
  14. Explains rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and benefits determinations to clients or other interested parties to ensure program availability.
  15. Communicates verbally and/or electronically with outside organizations or vendors to provide information regarding client eligibility.
Care Coordination
  1. Understands that Neighborhood Health is a Joint Commission Accredited facility and is obligated to abide by Joint Commission Standards.
  2. Identifies clients with the potential for high-risk complications and coordinate the appropriate supported self-care in conjunction with the client and care coordination team.
  3. Recognizes and takes appropriate actions to resolve gaps in care.
  4. Develop and implement targeted strategies to improve health, functional or quality of life outcomes, such as disease management or pharmacy management.
  5. Compare client’s plan of care to establish pathways to determine variances and then intervene as indicated.
  6. Responsible for providing materials for morning huddle.
  7. Enroll uninsured and underinsured patients in Patient Assistance Programs.
  8. Meet with new clients to address questions or concerns during post-visit summary.
General
  1. Resolves general client concerns regarding agency programs, policies, and procedures to assist customers.
  2. Provides referrals to applicable offices to address client grievances, complaints or questions.
  3. Provides information and assistance in a fair, accurate, culturally appropriate and impartial manner.
  4. Enters required documents and information into various databases and filing systems for future retrieval.
  5. Promotes a positive image of Neighborhood Health by focusing on great service while fulfilling the organization’s mission.
  6. Communicates verbally and/or electronically with outside organizations to obtain information regarding client circumstances.
  7. Provides information and support to co-workers, vendors, and clients to meet their immediate and long-term needs.
  8. Identifies benefits and services that might be available to clients both from the insurance exchange and from related sources to assist in meeting client needs.
  9. Establish and maintain professional working relations with referral sources, community resources and care providers.
  10. This list may not be inclusive of the total scope of job functions to be performed.
  11. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or modified at any time.
WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hour work week. Must be willing to occasionally work nights or weekends.
SALARY GRADE AND CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt, Full-Time
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Enabling Services
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is varied in nature and is performed with frequent interruptions. Work requires close attention to detail, accuracy, documentation and timeliness in fulfilling duties and reports. Work requires sitting, standing, and/or walking for periods of five hours or more, moving and examining objects at high and low reach.
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