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Our innovative, guideline-based approach spans cancer screening, risk assessment, prevention, diagnosis, treatment support, and survivorship. In addition to personalized direct medical care, our services include cancer genetics risk assessment, nutrition, mental health support and at-home cancer screening diagnostics. Using technology-driven, patient-centric solutions, Color is transforming how employers, unions, health plans, and governments address cancer. Color’s goal is to close critical cancer care gaps, improve cancer outcomes, and guide patients with empathy through their healthcare journeys.\nApply to join Color and do the most meaningful work of your career. If you are not sure that you’re 100% qualified but are up for the challenge - we want you to apply!\nAs a Care Advocate I at Color, you will play a critical role in helping patients navigate complex healthcare journeys, ensuring they receive the care, guidance, and support they need.\nYou will serve as a primary point of contact and trusted partner for patients navigating cancer screening, abnormal results, elevated cancer risk, active cancer treatment, and survivorship. You will build meaningful relationships with patients, understand their individual needs, and help them overcome barriers to accessing high-quality care.\nThis role combines personalized patient advocacy with hands-on healthcare navigation and care coordination. You will help patients identify appropriate providers and facilities, coordinate referrals and appointments, navigate insurance and benefits, and stay on track with recommended care. You’ll also provide ongoing encouragement, education, and support to help patients feel informed, empowered, and confident in their next steps.\nAs part of a growing health technology company, you’ll need to be resourceful, tech-savvy, and adaptable. We’re looking for someone who can balance compassionate, high-touch patient care with efficiency, strong organizational skills, and a continuous improvement mindset.\nHow You'll Contribute:\nPatient Relationships & Advocacy\nServe as a primary point of contact and trusted advocate for patients navigating complex healthcare journeys, including abnormal results, elevated cancer risk, active treatment, and survivorship.\n\nBuild meaningful patient relationships through empathetic communication, personalized guidance, and proactive engagement.\n\nHelp patients overcome barriers to care, make informed decisions, and stay motivated and on track with recommended care.\n\nHealthcare Navigation & Care Coordination\nCoordinate all aspects of patient care, including identifying high-quality providers and facilities, managing referrals, scheduling appointments, and facilitating follow-ups.\n\nProactively track patient progress, resolve barriers or delays, and ensure timely follow-through on care needs.\n\nCollaborate with Color’s clinical teams and external providers to coordinate care, communicate updates, and escalate concerns appropriately.\n\nInsurance & Benefits Navigation\nVerify insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage, helping patients understand their options and potential costs.\n\nCoordinate prior authorizations, referrals, and financial assistance while troubleshooting insurance or administrative barriers to care.\n\nOperational Excellence & Continuous Improvement\nManage a portfolio of patients and care coordination tasks, balancing high-quality patient support with efficiency, productivity, and timely follow-through.\n\nMaintain accurate patient records, documentation, and task tracking while ensuring patient privacy and confidentiality.\n\nLeverage technology and digital tools to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and enhance the patient experience.\n\nAdapt to evolving processes, tools, and business priorities, taking on new responsibilities and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.\n\nOur Ideal Candidate Will Have:\nA genuine passion for helping people, with a compassionate, patient-first mindset and a strong commitment to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.\n\nExceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, demonstrate empathy, and support patients navigating complex or sensitive health situations.\n\nExperience in a patient-facing healthcare role, including referrals, provider networks, insurance benefits, and medical terminology.\n\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple patients, competing priorities, and timely follow-ups.\n\nStrong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness, with the ability to independently navigate challenges, remove barriers, and take ownership of patient needs.\n\nTech-savviness and adaptability, with the ability to quickly learn new tools, embrace change, and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.\n\nA proactive, results-oriented mindset, balancing compassionate patient care with efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement.\n\nNice to Have:\nExperience supporting patients with complex medical needs, including cancer care, chronic conditions, or longitudinal care management.\n\nExperience with motivational interviewing, health coaching, or behavior change techniques.\n\nExperience working in health tech, digital health, or a startup environment.\n\nBilingual in English and Spanish.\n\nWhat We Offer:\nCompetitive salary\n\nComprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits\n\n401k match\n\nMonthly phone and wifi stipend and an annual ergonomic stipend\n\nGenerous vacation policy, paid holidays and company-wide recharge days\n\nEqual paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents\n\nFree cancer screening and prevention resources for employees and their adult dependents\n\nBase Compensation Range: $62,000 - $75,000 per year\nThe actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: work experience, market data, skills, geographic location, and business need. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for equity and benefits.\nColor is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Color prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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