Patient Service Representative (PSR)

Carolinas Medical Center; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Advocate Medical Group in South Elgin, IL is seeking a quality-focused Patient Services Specialist to support scheduling, registration and billing with accuracy and courtesy.

You will assist clinical staff, collect payments at time of service, and maintain up-to-date patient records in the billing system while delivering efficient, high-quality service to patients and callers in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years related customer service experience preferred.
• Experience handling difficult callers/customers/patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient, high-quality patient services to appointments and inquiries.
• Assist with scheduling, registration, coding and billing processes.
• Ensure accurate entry of billing information at time of service and maintain medical records.

Skills

Customer service experience

Handling difficult callers/customers/p

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department

09121 AMG South Elgin - Building Operations

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

32

Schedule Details

Monday through Friday, Rotating Saturdays

Pay Range

$19.80 - $29.70

Job Description Summary

To provide efficient, effective, quality customer service and practice support through a variety of general office duties including scheduling, coding, registration and billing. Maximize revenues by collecting payment at time of service and entering accurate and up-to-date billing information (address, insurance coverage, etc.) into the patient accounting system. Assists clinical staff in maintaining accurate medical records.

Where You Will Work

Advocate Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health , one of the nation's largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women's health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive.

We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to two years related customer service experience
• Experience handling difficult callers/customers/patients.

What You'll Do

Monday through Friday, Rotating Saturdays

• Patient Services: Provides efficient, high-quality service to patients who arrive for appointments or who telephone or visit in person to request appointments or information on tests and procedures, bills and charges, referrals, and other matters.
• Billing Services: Ensures entry at time of service of billing information on the patient and payer and accurate follow-up on missing information.
• Medical Record Services: Upholds standards of the practice and of the medical group for accurate and timely medical records.

About This Location

Our physicians at Advocate Medical Group Primary Care in South Elgin, IL, provide the high-quality, personalized care you deserve. Primary care is the first point of contact in health care and our family medicine physicians are here to care for your entire family. Our address is 486B Randall Rd., South Elgin, IL. When you're looking for primary care close to home, visit us in South Elgin, IL.

Our team of family medicine physicians, along with our nurse practitioners, are committed to your health and wellness. We provide comprehensive preventive care, such as annual physical exams and vaccinations. We're also well trained in the diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses and chronic diseases and can refer you to specialists if needed.

Your feedback matters. Every teammate's voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to function in a high volume, multiple-task environment, and in a crowded or closely shared workspace.

Exposure to ill patients.

Ability to work under stressful conditions with demanding customers.

Must lift up to 35 pounds without help. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation
  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem