Patient Service Representative

Vera Whole Health; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Vera Whole Health in Anchorage, Alaska is hiring a Patient Service Representative who will be the first point of contact, delivering a welcoming clinic experience and essential scheduling support. Responsibilities include greeting patients, answering multi-line calls, performing EMR updates, verifying insurance, collecting copays, and maintaining HIPAA confidentiality.

We offer benefits such as health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, disability and life insurance, plus PTO and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1-2 years of healthcare front office experience preferred.
• Strong customer service background required.
• Experience with multi-line phone systems.
• Intermediate computer skills; 45+ WPM typing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality under HIPAA.
• Experience with EMR systems (Athena or similar).

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and direct visitors professionally.
• Provide excellent customer service and resolve issues promptly.
• Schedule appointments and maintain accurate EMR records.
• Complete reminder calls, emails, and other outreach tasks.
• Answer high-volume, multi-line calls using urgent/emergent protocols.
• Verify insurance eligibility, collect copays, and coordinate with insurers.
• Process payments at time of service.
• Perform general office duties and manage supply inventory.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and clinic policies.

Skills

Customer service

Phone system

Typing 45+ WPM

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Athena EMR

Job description

We are excited to announce an opening for a Patient Service Representative in Anchorage, Alaska! The Patient Services Representative (PSR) is the first point of contact for patients and plays a key role in creating a welcoming, supportive clinic experience. This position supports the clinical care team through excellent customer service, accurate scheduling, and efficient administrative operations.

How will you make an impact & Requirements

• Patient Greeting — Welcome and direct patients and visitors with professionalism.
• Customer Service — Resolve issues promptly and maintain a positive patient experience.
• Scheduling & EMR Updates — Schedule appointments and maintain accurate patient records.
• Outreach — Complete reminder calls, emails, and other outreach tasks.
• Phone Management — Answer high‑volume, multi‑line calls using urgent/emergent protocols.
• Insurance Verification — Verify eligibility, collect copays, and coordinate with insurers.
• Payment Collection — Process payments at time of service.
• Administrative Support — Perform general office duties and maintain supply inventory.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and clinic safety policies.

Requirements to apply

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-2 years of healthcare front office experience required
• Strong customer service background
• Multi-line phone system experience
• Intermediate computer skills; 45+ WPM typing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality under HIPAA
• Athena or other EMR experience

About Vera Whole Health: Vera Whole Health is leading the shift to value-based care using an advanced primary care model that delivers a superior experience, providing longer appointments, same or next-day access, and both in-person and virtual care. By integrating data-driven insights and multifunctional care teams, Vera improves health outcomes, reduces total cost of care and consistently achieves a best-in-class member experience.

What We Offer

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Floating Holidays, and Paid Major Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more!

Compensation Range: $18.00 to $27.00 The anticipated base salary range represents the Company's good‑faith estimate of the compensation it reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.