Program Assistant

Department:

General Women's Services

Union:

Shift:

8-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)

Hours Per Pay Period:

80

Salary Range:

$23.43 - $35.21

Job Description:

Posting Date: 10/2/2026

Perform key administrative duties in support of the Women’s Center ensuring confidentiality and displaying discretion in all matters. Perform advanced clerical and secretarial duties for support of center and in addition, handles clerical tasks to assist management staff in performance of their tasks. Answer phones; take and deliver accurate messages, oversees incoming and outgoing mail, maintain inventory of office and clinical supplies. Assist visitors and adheres to the Standards of Behavior established by Palomar Health. Distribute files, documents, forms, and other materials as requested. Maintain files, schedules, logs and reminders to ensure accurate and up-to-date department information. Maintain department computer scheduling system. Follow up on physician requests for information. Keeps management informed of operational issues. Responsible for registration and admission of patients. Oversees collection of patient and insurance data for billing of services and manages and assembles all data and documents required for accurate billing. Responsible for providing cash control support for the organization including petty cash box and safe. Possesses a thorough knowledge of compliance rules and regulations.

Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop-down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements
Minimum Education: High School Diploma and/or combination of education and experience
Preferred Education: Not applicable
Minimum Experience: 1 year healthcare imaging office scheduling experience

Preferred Experience:

• 3 - 5 years healthcare imaging office scheduling experience
• 1 year breast center office experience
• Bilingual - Spanish

Required License: Not Applicable
Preferred License: Not Applicable
Required Certification: Not Applicable
Preferred Certification: Not Applicable

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.