Patient Service Representative Clinic

Ascension; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) employer-matched retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Legal insurance

Pet insurance

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a front desk/administrative professional for Saint Thomas Medical Partners Maple Street in Murfreesboro, TN. The role is full-time, daytime hours in a primary care setting, supporting patient check-in/out, appointment coordination, and insurance-related coordination.

Minimum education is a high school diploma equivalency or 1 year of related experience; licensure/certification can substitute. The role emphasizes customer service, accuracy in records, and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Required licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• 1+ years administrative experience in a clinical/office setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, professional welcome for every visitor and guide them through the check-in/out process.
• Proactively manage schedules, confirm appointments, and handle medical record requests to keep clinical team and patients in sync.
• Verify insurance authorizations and precertifications ahead of time, assist with co-payments and billing questions.
• Submit daily service charges, reconcile deposits, and provide essential clerical support to keep the office organized.

Skills

Administrative experience

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of relevant experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Facility: Saint Thomas Medical Partners Maple Street
• Specialty: Primary Care
• Schedule: Full-time | Days

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide a warm, professional welcome for every visitor, guiding them through the check-in/out process and ensuring their records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Proactively manage schedules, confirm appointments, and handle medical record requests to keep our clinical team and patients perfectly in sync.
• Assist patients by verifying insurance authorizations and precertifications ahead of time, then help them navigate co-payments and billing questions with transparency and empathy.
• Maintain the heartbeat of the office by submitting daily service charges, reconciling deposits, and providing the essential clerical support that keeps our environment organized and welcoming.

Education

What minimum requirements you’ll need

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

• 1+ years administrative experience

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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