Patient Service Representative - Creve Coeur

MHM Support Services; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

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

You will discuss patient financial responsibility, request and collect payment, explain payment options and financial assistance resources, and accurately document conversations and outcomes while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including data entry and word processing.
• Excellent customer service and professionalism under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy.
• Attention to detail in patient information, scheduling, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Primary point of contact for patients and visitors, supporting front-desk operations.
• Communicate patient financial responsibility and collect payments where appropriate.
• Explain available payment options and financial assistance resources.
• Accurately documenting financial conversations and outcomes.
• Attend and complete Clinic Core Front Desk Training post-hire.
• Respond to patient questions while maintaining a positive, patient-centered experience.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Data entry

Customer service

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Professionalism under pressure

Front desk familiarity

Payment collection knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word processing

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.
• 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.