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Parttime Patient Advocate Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Highpointe Dental Care

Dental Hygienist

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$37 - $50/hr

Ankeny, Iowa 50023 Flexible Full-Time or Part-Time! Why Highpointe Dental Care? As an elite clinical provider and patient advocate, you'll receive best in class non-clinical support to provide ...

Highpointe Dental Care

Dental Hygienist

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$35.50 - $46.75/hr

Ankeny, Iowa 50023 Flexible Full-Time or Part-Time! Why Highpointe Dental Care? As an elite clinical provider and patient advocate, you'll receive best in class non-clinical support to provide ...

UnityPoint Health

Clinical Preceptor

Dubuque, IA

Clinical Nurse Preceptor Dubuque Finley Home Care Part Time Benefits 0.5 FTE Variable weekday ... patient advocate o Provides supervision and care plan development for service line specific ...

UnityPoint Health

Clinical Preceptor

Dubuque, IA · On-site

Overview Clinical Nurse Preceptor Dubuque Finley Home Care Part Time Benefits 0.5 FTE Variable ... patient advocate o Provides supervision and care plan development for service line specific ...

UnityPoint Health

Clinical Preceptor

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$37.82 - $56.74/hr

Overview Clinical Nurse Preceptor Dubuque Finley Home Care Part Time Benefits 0.5 FTE Variable ... patient advocate o Provides supervision and care plan development for service line specific ...

UnityPoint Health

Clinical Preceptor

Dubuque, IA

Clinical Nurse Preceptor Dubuque Finley Home Care Part Time Benefits 0.5 FTE Variable weekday ... patient advocate o Provides supervision and care plan development for service line specific ...

UnityPoint Health

RN New Graduate

Dubuque, IA

$32.73/hr

RN New Grad Openings in Med/Surg, Acute Rehab, ICU, ER, OB, Geropsych Full or Part-time, Days or ... Patient Advocacy : Med/surg nurses are often the first line of defense for patients, which can help ...

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What is the difference between Parttime Patient Advocate vs Parttime Medical Assistant?

AspectParttime Patient AdvocateParttime Medical Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may require certification in patient advocacyHigh school diploma; certification or training in medical assisting preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, insurance companies, patient support centersClinics, hospitals, outpatient facilities
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, insurance companies, patient advocacy organizationsMedical facilities, outpatient clinics, healthcare providers
Primary FocusAssisting patients with navigating healthcare systems, advocating for patient needsPerforming clinical and administrative tasks, assisting healthcare providers

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Infographic showing various Parttime Patient Advocate job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Patient Access Specialist-UI PAC (50%)

The University Of Iowa

Iowa City, IA • Hybrid

$21K/mo

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

University Of Iowa rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 85 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

459th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The Patient Access Specialist (50% time) schedules patient appointments for multiple outpatient clinics and ensures that patients are scheduled to the right department. Ensures the correct visit types, Provider, date, length of visit, and time are utilized. Schedules into the appropriate timeframe that is in line with what is requested for the plan of care based on the desired appointment date. Ensures the right appointment prerequisites are completed and obtained. Coordinates all necessary preparatory tests and obtains records to maximize the efficiency of the visit. Informs patient of their visit specific preparatory instructions and ensures notification about their upcoming appointments via their communication method of choice. Follows the appropriate workflows to confirm the patient is financially secured for their visit.

Schedule: Monday and Wednesday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM), and Tuesday (8:00 AM to Noon)

*This position is eligible to participate in hybrid work. Hybrid work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

  • The Patient Access Specialist anticipates the needs of the patient and serves as a patient advocate.
  • The scheduler will assist and problem solve any scheduling issues that arise.
  • The scheduler uses independent judgement in determining how to assist patient requests outside of the scope of scheduling.
  • Upholds the departments best practices, quality, and professionalism standards and policies.
  • Serves as a mentor, coach, role model, and service excellence ambassador for staff, co-workers, patients, and visitors. May complete special projects for the department.
  • They may attend clinic or department meetings to serve as a scheduling content expert. May perform other duties as assigned.

Education Required

  • A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience Requirements

  • Typically (6 months - 1 year) administrative experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in computer spreadsheet and database applications.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Experience with hospital operations and/or Ambulatory Clinic operations
  • Experience with the Epic system.
  • Experience scheduling in an outpatient clinic setting.
Application details:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as required to the submission:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 
For additional questions, please contact kaitlin-luoma@uiowa.edu

Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Patient Access Specialist
  • Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
  • Schedule: Part-time
  • Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa
Compensation
  • Pay Level: 3A
  • Starting Salary Minimum: $21,620
  • Starting Salary Maximum: $33,100
Contact Information
  • Organization: Healthcare
  • Contact Name: Kaitlin Luoma
  • Contact Email: kaitlin-luoma@uiowa.edu

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