Patient Service Rep - PRN - Mercy Quailbrook Center

Mercy Co; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is searching for a Patient Service Representative to be the frontline contact for patients and visitors, handling front-desk operations and clinic workflows with a patient-centered approach.

You will explain patient financial responsibilities, assist with payment options, document conversations, and ensure privacy while delivering compassionate, accurate service in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients and staff.
• Proficiency in basic computer data entry and word processing.
• Excellent customer service and ability to handle inquiries with diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors and manage front-desk operations and workflows.
• Explain patient financial responsibility, payment options, and assist with payments.
• Document financial conversations and outcomes accurately and confidentially.
• Maintain patient privacy and follow privacy policies and procedures.
• Support scheduling and clinic workflows while remaining calm under pressure.

Skills

Communication skills

Data entry

Customer service

Attention to detail

Privacy/confidentiality

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Patient Service Representative is a primary point of contact for patients and visitors and supports a positive, seamless patient experience by managing front-desk operations and workflows. The PSR also supports the financial aspects of the patient encounter by communicating applicable patient financial responsibility, requesting and collecting payment, explaining available payment options and assistance resources, and accurately documenting financial conversations and outcomes.

Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with patients, healthcare professionals, and other staff members. The ability to communicate effectively and professionally is crucial in this role.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including data entry and word processing.
• Excellent customer service skills are essential for interacting with patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner. PSRs should be empathetic, patient-focused, and able to handle inquiries and concerns with tact and diplomacy.
• Accuracy and attention to detail are critical in this role, particularly when entering patient information, scheduling appointments, and processing documentation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow privacy policy/procedure. Demonstrating discretion and maintaining patient privacy is paramount in this role.
• Adaptable and able to work effectively under pressure, handling unexpected situations with professionalism and composure.
• Attend and complete Clinic Core Front Desk Training post-hire.
• Ability to discuss patient financial responsibility, outstanding balances, payment options, and financial assistance resources with professionalism, confidence, empathy, and accountability.
• Ability to respond appropriately to patient questions or concerns while maintaining a positive, patient-centered experience.
• Ability to consistently follow and document established patient collection and financial-assistance referral workflows.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Position requires standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• One year of applicable medical office experience.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.