Cancer Outreach Specialist

Education:

·       High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

·       A minimum of Three (3) or more years of healthcare setting in a customer service-related position required.

·       1 to 3 years of experience in oncology care preferred

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The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute focuses on offering our cancer patients an unparalleled network of coordinated services– all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and physicians, backed by the latest cutting-edge technology.

The Cancer Outreach Specialist focuses on Cancer Outreach activities in the community as it relates to specific programs such as smoking cessation, and early detection programs for Prostrate, Colorectal and breast cancer. Responsibilities include but, are not limited to:

·       Builds and maintains strategic community partnerships to assist with the growth of cancer outreach programs including:  Smoking cessation, Early Detection program, Prostrate, Colorectal and Breast Cancer prevention.

·       Coordinates cancer community education programs such as schedules cancer screenings, provides education on early detection.

·       Focuses on Health Disparities such as gathering data and conducting data analysis to determine health needs in the communities.

·       Develops and implements culturally competent services and education to meet the population-specific needs.