Customer Service Representative - Part Time As Needed Patient Registration

R1-Rc; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

R1 RCM Inc. is seeking a Patient Registration Customer Service Representative for LifePoint Portage Hospital. This PRN/part‑time role involves greeting patients, checking in, and ensuring fast, compassionate access to care while navigating multiple systems and insurance details.

You will be the first contact, required to have holiday/weekend availability and be ready for 8–12 hour shifts on rotating on-call schedules. Training will be provided to support growth in healthcare customer service.

Qualifications

• Exceptional customer service experience and strong communication/interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask with high attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience with patient access, medical registration, insurance verification, or front desk is a plus (not required).

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and assist patients with the check-in process across multiple computer systems.
• Answer phones and gather accurate patient information quickly.
• Support timely access to care by minimizing delays in registration and answering questions with confidence and compassion.
• Navigate insurance plans and collect co-pays, provide cost estimates when applicable.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and care teams to ensure smooth patient flow.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Patient access

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: LifePoint Portage HospitalShift: PRN- part time, work as needed. This position does not have a set schedule and shifts will be vary depending on coverage needs. Open availability is required for as needed shifts - must have day, evening, and overnight availability. Holiday and weekend availability is required. Shifts will range between 8-12 hours - must have availability to work up to 12 hour shifts. Hours will include a rotating on-call schedule. PRN associates will be cross-trained in multiple departments as needed. All shift requirements will need to be met in order to be considered.R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration.Are you passionate about helping people during critical moments while building a career in healthcare customer service ? We are the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. At R1, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that blends advanced technology with real-world service to create exceptional patient experiences.As a Customer Service Representative - Patient Registration you will be the first point of contact for patients , ensuring they receive fast, compassionate, and accurate access to care .This is more than registration — it’s a frontline healthcare customer service role where you directly impact patient experience, hospital operations, and revenue cycle success.What You’ll Do:Provide exceptional customer service and assist patients and families with the check-in process working across multiple computer systems to register patients efficientlyAnswer phones and gather accurate patient information quickly in a fast-paced environmentSupport timely access to care by minimizing delays in registration and answer questions with confidence, clarity, and compassionBuild trust with patients during moments when they may be ill, anxious, confused, or overwhelmedNavigate diverse insurance plans and coverage details, enter demographics and medical data, collect co-pays and provide cost estimates when applicableCollaborate with nurses, physicians, and care teams to ensure smooth patient flowNo healthcare background? No problem. We’ll train you every step of the way—and this role is a fantastic launchpad for a growing healthcare career.What We’re Looking For:Exceptional customer service experience, communication and interpersonal skillsStrong composure and professionalism in a fast-paced environmentAbility to multitask and prioritize quickly with high attention to detailComfortable with shifting priorities based on patient needsExperience with patient access, medical registration, insurance verification, or front desk is a plus (but not required)High School Diploma or GEDAbility to pass background check, drug test, and meet vaccination requirementsWhat You’ll Gain:Experience in healthcare administration & patient accessExposure to revenue cycle, insurance processes, and hospital operationsOpportunity for growth within R1A team environment focused on innovation, collaboration, and patient experienceMeaningful work supporting patients during urgent and emotional momentsWhy You’ll Love This Job:Make a Real Difference : Patients lean on you for support and reassurance. You’ll be more than a data collector - you’ll be a calm, helpful presence during stressful times.Learn Healthcare from the Ground Up : From insurance basics to hospital workflows, you’ll gain valuable knowledge and skills that open the door to long-term career growth.Fast-Paced, Never Boring : You’ll move between systems, phone calls, and in‑person interactions - balancing accuracy with compassion, working alongside clinicians and emergency staff.Supportive Team Environment : We’re invested in your professional journey. You’ll be surrounded by teammates who have your back and leaders who want to see you succeed.For this US-based position, the base pay range is $16.00 - $21.10 per hour . Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.The healthcare system is always evolving — and it’s up to us to use our shared expertise to find new solutions that can keep up. On our growing team you’ll find the opportunity to constantly learn, collaborate across groups and explore new paths for your career.Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team — including offering a competitive benefits package.R1 RCM Inc. (“the Company”) is dedicated to the fundamentals of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s employment practices , including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person’s age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the Company is dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment based on any of the foregoing protected categories.If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at 312-496-7709 for assistance.CA PRIVACY NOTICE: California resident job applicants can learn more about their privacy rights California ConsentTo learn more, visit: R1RCM.comVisit us on Facebook