Ambulatory Float Care Navigator – Patient Flow & Scheduling

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a flexible Team Assistant for its Ambulatory Float Team to support patients across 25+ specialties. You will help manage patient flow from registration to discharge and collaborate with clinic teams to maintain smooth operations across UCLA Health’s ambulatory network.

You will handle prior authorizations, referrals, and scheduling tasks, assisting in multiple practices as needed. The role requires adaptability, dependability, and a patient-focused approach in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Ability to travel to various UCLA Health locations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skill in setting priorities to reflect job importance.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and patients.

Responsibilities

• Support patient flow from registration through discharge.
• Collaborate with clinic teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Process prior authorizations and referrals.
• Assist in scheduling clinic appointments and procedures.
• Cover multiple practices as needed based on staffing.

Skills

Travel to UCLA Health locations

Medical terminology

Verbal communication

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Tools

CareConnect system

Appointment scheduling

Job description

UCLA Health is seeking a flexible Team Assistant for its Ambulatory Float Team to support patients across 25+ specialties. You will help manage patient flow from registration to discharge and collaborate with clinic teams to maintain smooth operations across UCLA Health’s ambulatory network.

You will handle prior authorizations, referrals, and scheduling tasks, assisting in multiple practices as needed. The role requires adaptability, dependability, and a patient-focused approach in a fast-paced