Care Coordinator Jobs in California

Care Coordinator jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, with demand concentrated in managed care, hospital systems, and community health organizations serving the state's large Medi-Cal population. Los Angeles, San Diego, and Sacramento account for the heaviest hiring volume, where large employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Anthem Blue Cross maintain established care management teams. The most sought-after specialties include behavioral health coordination, complex case management, and utilization review. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles369+
Top employerPetVet Care Centers
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring166
Work type63% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Breast Care Coordinator
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Breast Care Coordinator
RadNet
Pleasanton, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$25 - $30/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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License Vocational Nurse (LVN) Care Coordinator
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License Vocational Nurse (LVN) Care Coordinator
Airmid Home Health Care
Redlands, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$35 - $45/hr
CPR Certification

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RN Care Coordinator - Home Care (Majority of work is done remotely)
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RN Care Coordinator - Home Care (Majority of work is done remotely)
2nd Family
Fontana, California
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Remote (US)
201-500

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RN Care Coordinator - Home Care (Majority of work is done remotely)
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RN Care Coordinator - Home Care (Majority of work is done remotely)
2nd Family
Rancho Cucamonga, California
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Remote (US)
201-500

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Dental office Front Desk Coordinator / Patient Care Coordinator
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Dental office Front Desk Coordinator / Patient Care Coordinator
Eric Huang DDS
Yorba Linda, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
$21 - $25/hr
On-Site

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Care Coordinator Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
23 jobs
San Diego
18 jobs
San Jose
13 jobs
Sacramento
12 jobs
San Francisco
11 jobs
Fresno
7 jobs
Riverside
7 jobs
Long Beach
7 jobs
Huntington Beach
7 jobs

Care Coordinator Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • PetVet Care Centers12
  • Optum11
  • Total Vision10
  • Pacific Health10
  • Adventist Health9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Insurance

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in care coordinator jobs across California.

  • Active California licensure as an RN, LCSW, or related clinical credential preferred by most employers
  • Two or more years of case management or care coordination experience in a clinical setting
  • Familiarity with Medi-Cal, Medicare, and managed care authorization processes
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong knowledge of community resources, social determinants of health, and discharge planning
  • Case management certification such as CCM or ACM is frequently listed as a plus

Care Coordinator Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a care coordinator in California?

Most California care coordinator roles require a clinical degree such as a bachelor's in nursing, social work, or a related health field, and many employers expect an active California RN license or a California-issued LCSW or LMFT for roles with a clinical focus. Non-licensed candidates can enter through health education or community health worker pathways, and earning a Certified Case Manager credential through the Commission for Case Manager Certification strengthens any application in the California market.

Which companies hire care coordinators in California?

California care coordinator roles are posted by PetVet Care Centers, Optum, and Total Vision and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large Medi-Cal managed care contracts and integrated health systems make it one of the most employer-dense markets for this role in the country.

Which California cities have the most care coordinator jobs?

Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Jose have the highest concentration of care coordinator openings in California. Los Angeles leads due to the sheer size of its hospital network and community health infrastructure, while San Diego and Sacramento carry strong volume from major health plan headquarters, VA facilities, and county behavioral health programs that drive consistent hiring across those metro areas.

Are there remote care coordinator jobs in California?

Yes, but they're limited. About 38% of care coordinator openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects that the role often requires in-person patient contact, facility-based meetings, or hands-on discharge work. The portions most likely to be done remotely are telephonic utilization review, prior authorization follow-up, and care plan documentation for managed care plan roles.

How can I get hired as a care coordinator in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a care coordinator role from an adjacent position such as medical assistant, patient navigator, social work case aide, or health educator, all of which California health systems regularly hire without requiring prior coordination experience. Large California employers like Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health run new-graduate and career-transition programs that place candidates in coordinator support roles. Completing a community health worker certification through a California community college adds a credential that county health departments and federally qualified health centers recognize when screening entry-level applicants.

Where can I find and apply to care coordinator jobs in California?

You can find and apply to care coordinator jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, managed care plans, and community health organizations. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, location, and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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