The Patient Advocate supports and assists patients and families across the UCLA Health System.  Listens with empathy and caring, then researches, problems solves and advocates, ensuring that patients are assured that their concerns are addressed.  When handling volatile, sensitive or politically charged situations, the Patient Advocate exercises judgment, diplomacy and an in-depth understanding of the organizational structure and dynamics to ensure that appropriate individuals are involved.  Utilizes strong negotiation, facilitation, written and oral communication skills to ensure that patients/families are provided with the best possible response and solution to their complaints.  Assesses complaints/grievances and then prepares them for review by committees including medical staff, Risk Management, Quality/Safety, and Hospital Administration.  Uses limit setting and behavioral redirection skills when necessary to ensure that behavior of patients or families do not violate rights of other patients or staff.  Assists clinical managers and physicians in developing patient behavioral contracts or in separating patients from a clinical practice.

Salary Range: $26.10-49.38/hour