Patient Access Advocate: Insurance & Benefits Liaison

Palomar UC San Diego Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health in Escondido, CA seeks a Patient Advocate to connect patients with Medi-Cal, Covered California, and other programs. You will screen eligibility, help complete applications, and coordinate with government agencies.

The role requires bilingual Spanish/English communication, strong clerical skills, and experience guiding patients through complex eligibility processes. This is a full-time, on-site position in the Patient Access department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year healthcare-related experience or basic college/medical coursework.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Connect uninsured and underinsured patients to programs covering medical expenses.
• Review eligibility for Medi-Cal, Covered California, and other programs.
• Assist with completing and submitting applications and follow through to approval.
• Track enrollment data and follow up on outcomes.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Communication skills

Interviewing patients

Education

High School Diploma

Healthcare-related coursework/experience

Tools

Cerner

MS Windows

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Palomar Health in Escondido, CA seeks a Patient Advocate to connect patients with Medi-Cal, Covered California, and other programs. You will screen eligibility, help complete applications, and coordinate with government agencies.

The role requires bilingual Spanish/English communication, strong clerical skills, and experience guiding patients through complex eligibility processes. This is a full-time, on-site position in the Patient Access department.