Patient Service Representative Cardiovascular Clinic

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Washington (MO); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Patient Service Representative to be the primary contact for patients and visitors, supporting a positive experience by managing front-desk operations.

The role includes discussing financial responsibilities, collecting payments, and documenting outcomes with accuracy. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and strong communication, data entry, and customer service skills, with an emphasis on discretion and professional conduct in a healthcare

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficiency in data entry and word processing.
• Strong customer service and empathy in dealings with patients and visitors.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow privacy policies.

Aufgaben

• Serve as the primary point of contact for patients and visitors.
• Manage front-desk operations and workflows to support a seamless patient experience.
• Communicate patient financial responsibility and collect payments where applicable.
• Explain available payment options and assistance resources.
• Accurately document financial conversations and outcomes.

Kenntnisse

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data entry

Word processing

Customer service

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

• 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.