Patient Advocate / Navigator
Assist patients in obtaining services, understanding policies and making health care decisions.
At a Glance
Patient Advocate / Navigator earns an average of $58,300/yr. Typical education: Master's degree. Experience: 3–3.5 years. Top skills: Coordinating, Communication, Case Management.
$58,300/yr
Master's degree
3–3.5 years
8
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Patient Representatives
Median Wage
$48,790/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+5.2%
Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (15)
Case Management
Nursing
Marketing
Primary Care
Care Coordination
Auditing
Billing
Triage
Patient Advocacy
Patient Flow
Copayment Collection And Processing
Medical Records
Patient Needs Assessment
Medical Prescription
Target Audience
Common Skills (14)
Coordinating
Communication
Problem Solving
Customer Service
Leadership
Microsoft Office
Computer Literacy
Research
Scheduling
Sales
Interpersonal Communications
Presentations
Certifications (1)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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