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Analytical Biochemistry Scientist

Foster City, CA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

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  • PTO

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What is a personal support specialist?

Personal Support Specialists (PSS) are professionals who assist individuals with daily living activities, typically in a home or community setting. Their responsibilities often include helping with personal hygiene, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and mobility support. PSS workers play a crucial role in supporting elderly individuals, people with disabilities, or clients recovering from illness or surgery, enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life. While educational requirements vary by state or employer, PSS workers usually complete a specialized training program and may need certification.

What is the difference between Pss vs Security Guard?

AspectPssSecurity Guard
Required CredentialsSecurity certifications, training in safety protocolsSecurity certifications, basic safety training
Work EnvironmentCorporate, government, or industrial sitesPublic spaces, private properties, events
Employer & Industry UsageSecurity firms, government agenciesPrivate security companies, organizations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Pss and Security Guard roles involve security responsibilities, but Pss often requires specialized certifications and may work in more corporate or industrial settings. Security Guards typically operate in public or private property protection. While their duties overlap, Pss roles tend to focus on more technical or specialized security tasks, making them distinct in training and work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a personal support specialist?

To thrive as a Personal Support Specialist, you need basic healthcare knowledge, personal care skills, and often a state-recognized PSS certification. Familiarity with electronic documentation systems and medical equipment for mobility or hygiene assistance is typically required. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal communication are vital soft skills for building trust with clients and providing emotional support. These skills and qualifications ensure clients receive safe, respectful, and effective daily care, enhancing their quality of life and independence.

What are some common challenges faced by a patient support specialist and how can they be managed?

Patient Support Specialists often navigate challenges such as balancing multiple patient inquiries, handling sensitive health information, and addressing urgent concerns with empathy and accuracy. Effective time management, strong communication skills, and familiarity with healthcare systems are key to managing these demands. Seeking support from team members and staying updated on healthcare regulations also help PSS professionals provide high-quality assistance while maintaining patient confidentiality and satisfaction.

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What cities in California are hiring for Pss jobs?

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Infographic showing various Pss job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Patient Services Specialist and Senior Patient Services Specialist - PMI

Providence Service

Hawthorne, CA • On-site

$25 - $35.77/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Modivcare rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

569th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Description

Providence Medical Institute is hiring for Patient Services Specialist and Senior Patient Services Specialist at multiple locations which may include Agoura Hills, Carson, Hawthorne, Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, San Pedro, Torrance, and West Hills.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Saint John's Medical Foundation and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

This is a combined posting for a Patient Services Specialist and Senior Patient Services Specialist. The requirements of each role are listed below under each associated title. Consideration for each role will be based on qualifications. If you have the qualifications of any one of these two positions, we encourage you to apply.

The Patient Services Specialist – Journey Level performs all core front-office functions with increased independence and efficiency. The Journey PSS is capable of performing all aspects of the Associate PSS. This role is responsible for patient registration, appointment scheduling for routine and basic healthcare services, insurance verification, and general clerical duties. As a fully engaged member of the care team, the Patient Services Specialist demonstrates a commitment to compassionate service, effective communication, and operational excellence in support of Providence patients and their families.

The Patient Services Specialist – Senior Level serves as a subject matter expert and resource to peers. The Senior PSS is capable or performing all aspects of the Associate and Journey PSS roles. In addition to performing all core functions, this role is responsible for resolving complex issues, orienting and training new caregivers, and active participation that support departmental initiatives and continuous improvement.

Patient Services Specialist:

Required qualifications:

  • 1 year of Medical office or related experience OR

  • 6 months of Experience as a Providence Employee in related position

Patient Services Specialist, Salary Range: Santa Monica (Santa Monica, CA) Min: $25.00, Max: $34.41

Senior Patient Services Specialist:

Required Qualifications:

  • 3 years related customer service, medical office or healthcare experience

Senior Patient Services Specialist, Salary Range: Santa Monica (Santa Monica, CA) Min: $25.00, Max: $35.77

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About the Team

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Requsition ID: 449385
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Patient Access
Job Function: Revenue Cycle
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Multiple shifts available
Career Track: Admin Support
Department: 7008 FLOAT PERSONNEL CA SANTA MONICA
Address: CA Santa Monica 2020 Santa Monica Blvd
Work Location: Providence Administrative Off-Koll Bldg Santa Monica
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $See Posting - $See Posting
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.


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