Medical Front Office - Patient Service Specialist

Rush University Medical Center; Florida; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center is seeking a Patient Service Specialist in Tamarac, FL. This PRN/Per diem role supports both patient and business operations at the front desk, ensuring a smooth visit from entry to exit.

The position involves weekday schedules (10am–7pm), handling registrations, co-pays, and coordinating with insurers and providers. Benefits include eligibility for a 401k after hours threshold. Join a team dedicated to exceptional patient experiences.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of medical office experience required.
• 1 year of front desk experience required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register patients and provide information about what to expect during their visit and their next appointment as they check out.
• Schedule patient appointments in person and via phone.
• Communicate with attorneys, insurance companies, translation services and internal teams.
• Collect co-pays from patients, and manage payer approvals and verifications.

Skills

Front desk experience

Medical office experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Position: Patient Service Specialist

Location: Tamarac, FL

Type of Employment: PRN/Per diem

Schedule: Weekdays (10am -7pm)

Compensation: $17-$20/hour (pending experience)

When patients enter our outpatient physical therapy center in Tamarac, we want them to have an exceptional experience - starting at the front desk. That's where you come in. As a patient service specialist, you'll manage both the patient side and the business side of our center. Don't underestimate the impact you can make on every patient's care experience, even before they leave the waiting room.

We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. PRN / Part-time positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.

Check out the video below for additional insight into the work of our Patient Service Specialists!

Responsibilities

• Greet and register patients and provide information about what to expect during their visit and information about their next appointment as they check out
• Schedule patient appointments in person and via phone
• Regular communication with parties such as attorney offices, insurance companies and translation companies, market operational leaders, and business development team
• Collect co-pays from patients, manage payer approvals, and conduct insurance authorizations and verifications

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 Year of Medical Office Experience
• 1 Year of Front Desk Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Health Care Experience

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