--- title: Patient Benefits Coordinator description: Puyallup Tribal Health Authority is hiring for the Patient Benefits Coordinator role in Tacoma, WA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/patient-benefits-coordinator-at-puyallup-tribal-health-authority-01a1476f-c930-7b34-aeb1-b93fa5132f45 date: 2026-10-17T02:24:14Z og_description: Join Puyallup Tribal Health Authority as Patient Benefits Coordinator in Tacoma, WA. Pays $24.28–$30.35 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/faxlq1.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | | **Location** | Tacoma, WA | | **Salary** | $24.28/hr - $30.35/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 16, 2026 | ## Description **Join Our Team as Patient Benefits Coordinator!** **Location:** Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | Tacoma, WA **Schedule:** Full-Time, non-exempt **Hiring Range:** $24.28 per hour - $30.35 per hour **Position Close Date:** **10/29/2026** Do you want to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives while working in a community-focused environment? Join the **Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA)** as a **Patient Benefits Coordinator** and help patients access the healthcare coverage and financial resources they need to thrive. **What You’ll Do:** This role is an essential link between patients, health coverage programs, and community resources. As a Patient Benefits Coordinator, you'll provide education, enrollment support, and advocacy — empowering patients to manage their health insurance and secure benefits like Social Security Disability (SSD), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Medicare. - Assist patients with applications for SSI, SSD, Medicare, Medicaid/Apple Health, and other healthcare resources. - Provide patient education on health coverage options, rights, and responsibilities. - Work closely with Social Security Administration (SSA), Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS), and other agencies. - Conduct patient interviews in the clinic, hospital, or community settings. - Support patients with appeals, grievances, and complex benefit cases. - Help patients access pharmacy discount programs for high-cost medications. - Accurately document patient information using electronic health records. - Stay current on changes to Medicare, Medicaid, ACA, and Tribal healthcare programs. **Why PTHA?** We are more than a clinic — we're a culturally grounded, patient-first health and wellness center serving the Indigenous community. We value teamwork, integrity, and community well-being. Here, your work has meaning. - Work in a mission-driven, accredited organization - Serve a close-knit patient population in an urban reservation setting - Enjoy opportunities for professional development and training - Experience a strong support system and inclusive team culture **Perks of the Role:** - **Make a Real Impact** – Connect patients with timely, life-changing care - **Meaningful Mission** – Contribute to the overall wellness of a tribally operated health organization dedicated to serving the Indigenous community - **Competitive Compensation** – Receive a fair salary that reflects your expertise and the impact of your work - **Supportive Team Culture** – Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where respect and ethics are core values - **Cultural Enrichment** – Work in an organization that values and integrates Indigenous traditions, community care, and cultural sensitivity - **Stability & Impact** – Be part of a long-standing, accredited institution that plays a vital role in community health and development **PTHA Employee Benefits:** - Supportive environment that values a healthy work/life balance - Medical/Dental/Vision monthly premiums paid 100% by PTHA for employees (health coverage begins the first of the month following hire date) - (13) annual leave (vacation) days + (13) annual sick leave days - (18+) annual paid holidays including a birthday holiday - 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after (1) year of service - Life and AD&D insurance coverage - **Have student loans?** PTHA is an approved loan repayment site for various student loan programs Join our mission to serve and strengthen the health of our community. **Apply today** to become a **Patient Benefits Coordinator** at PTHA and help patients gain access to the care and coverage they deserve. In accordance with federal law, **Native American Preference** in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors. - **Education/Experience:** Associate degree in a related field **OR** at least 2 years’ experience in a healthcare setting with insurance exposure. - 2+ years of proven customer service experience in healthcare. - Ability to obtain Washington State Tribal Assister Certification within 1 month of hire (if not already certified). - Experience with Medicare A, B, C, and D, SSD, SSI, and Medicaid/Apple Health strongly preferred. - Ability to explain complex healthcare coverage in a clear, supportive way. - **Bonus:** Experience working in Tribal Health, IHS facilities, or Native-based healthcare systems. ## Skills - Grievance Handling - Security Administration - Community Health - Cultural Awareness - Patient/Client Education - Appeals - Medicare - Community-Based Care - Reservation Management - Electronic Health Records (Ehr) - Customer Service - Medicaid ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Sick Leave - 401(k) Plans ## Related - [Human Resources jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/human-resources?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Compensation & Benefits jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/human-resources/compensation-and-benefits?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Benefits Specialist jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/human-resources/compensation-and-benefits/benefits-specialist?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Hospitals and Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/hospitals-and-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 385509 jobs - [Washington](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 63466 jobs - [Tacoma, WA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington/tacoma?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2130 jobs ## Related pages - [Hospitals and Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/hospitals-and-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 385509 jobs - [Washington](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 63466 jobs - [Tacoma, WA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington/tacoma?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2130 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)