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Thomas Jefferson University and Hospitals
Scheduling Advocate - Lansdale - Full-Time
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What they do
A Patient Advocate or Navigator provides direct assistance to patients at a health care or long term care facility. Guides patients in understanding their options and making important decisions about their treatment plans and medical costs; provides emotional support; and serves as a liaison with health care providers.
$53,411 / year median in Pennsylvania
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Job Details The Scheduling Advocate is a Jefferson Health-funded, community-embedded role based at the Jaisohn Center, designed to improve access, coordination, and continuity of care. This position serves as a trusted bridge between Jaisohn Center, the community and Jefferson Health, helping create a seamless, culturally responsive patient experience across the full care journey—from entry into the healthcare system through follow-up care. The role also supports community events, outreach activities, and partnership-building efforts that strengthen Jefferson Health's visibility and connection with the Jaisohn Center patient community and broader Montgomery and Bucks County markets. Job Description Serves as a primary point of contact for individuals seeking access to Jefferson Health services. Facilitates scheduling for primary care, specialty services, diagnostics, screenings, and follow-up care. Guides patients through referrals, insurance navigation, financial assistance programs, and required documentation. Identifies and addresses barriers to care, including language, transportation, health literacy, and social determinants of health. Provides proactive outreach and follow-up to support appointment completion and continuity of care. Delivers culturally and linguistically appropriate education, navigation, and support, particularly for Korean-speaking patients. Builds trusted relationships with patients, families, and community members through consistent engagement. Empowers individuals to participate actively in their healthcare journey through education and coaching. Provides informal support, guidance, and advocacy to help patients navigate complex healthcare systems. Represents Jefferson Health at community events, health fairs, screenings, and educational programs hosted through and in partnership with the Jaisohn Center. Supports planning and execution of community-based initiatives that promote preventive care and awareness of available services. Partners with Jaisohn Center leadership and community stakeholders to expand access and strengthen engagement. Identifies opportunities to grow Jefferson Health's presence within the Korean community and increase access to services. Embedded in the Jaisohn center daily operations and builds relationships with their clinical, operational, and leadership team. Collaborates with Jaisohn Community Health Workers and Social services teams and Jefferson physicians, care teams, social workers, interpreters, and program leadership to coordinate care. Communicates patient needs, barriers, and follow-up requirements across the care continuum. Connects patients to internal programs and appropriate community-based resources. Supports continuity across care settings, ensuring a seamless experience from community to clinical care and back. Document patient interactions, referrals, outcomes, and outreach activities. Track key metrics such as new patient conversion, appointment completion, and follow-up adherence. Participate in program evaluation, reporting, and process improvement initiatives. Support development of workflows, educational materials, and community engagement strategies. Drives growth of net-new patients into Jefferson Health through a trusted community access point. Improves patient experience and continuity of care across the continuum. Strengthens Jefferson Health's partnership with the Jaisohn Center and the Korean community. Supports health equity and access goals while expanding community presence and service utilization.