Patient Advocate Intern

The Mesothelioma Center at () is the industry leader for patient advocacy searching for a Patient Advocate Intern towork closely with experienced patient advocates to develop strong communication research and problem-solving skills while maintaining a compassionate and professional approach to patient support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support experienced Patient Advocates in guiding patients to appropriate resources including medical financial and legal assistance.
• Make outbound calls and enter detailed notes in Salesforce to maintain accurate records.
• Learn to document patient interactions accurately in internal systems while maintaining confidentiality.
• Develop knowledge of industry regulations patient rights and available support programs.
• Participate in ongoing training sessions to build expertise in patient advocacy.
• Assist with outreach marketing and PR efforts including managing LinkedIn profiles.
• Support the management team with routine operational tasks such as follow-up emails spreadsheet management and lead validation as directed.
• Participate in special projects or process improvement assignments as needed.
• Meet or exceed daily call attempt and response rate goals.
• Seek out new ways to improve lead follow-up.

Qualifications & Experience

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program related to healthcare administration business or similar fields.
• Strong attention to detail positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn technology platforms such as Salesforce.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive solution-oriented mindset.
• Agility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional and adept with the ability to embrace technology and automation.
• Ability to problem-solve prioritize and analyze tasks.
• Adept at taking direction and applying it with accuracy and innovation.
• Culture champion
  • An individual who exemplifies our core values and cultural values like honesty trust having a good work ethic and pursuit of continuous self-improvement. These are demonstrated through expertise professionalism autonomy and mentorship when approaching the responsibilities assigned below and in interactions with others.
  • A patient and strategic thinker with the keen ability to prioritize and focus.

Internship Benefits

• Work within a mission-driven collaborative supportive team focused on making a positive social impact.
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The internship is part-time no more than 29 hours per week runs for 4 months and pays $14.00 per hour.
• Flexible to accommodate academic or personal obligations.
• Remote or hybrid arrangements available as needed.
• Ideal for students recent graduates or someone making a career change that is interested in hands-on healthcare experience.
• Opportunity to gain healthcare industry experiencein patient advocacy.
• Direct mentorship and professional development in operations marketing and technology platforms.

If you are passionate about patient advocacy and want to make a difference in the lives of those affected by asbestos-related diseases we encourage you to apply!