Patient Service Specialist - Ambulatory

Cleveland Clinic; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Patient Service Specialist to join the Radiology customer service team. You will handle patient registration, scheduling, insurance verification, co-pay collection and patient records with a patient-first approach.

Shifts run 8:30 AM–5:00 PM with a Saturday rotation throughout the year. You will engage with patients to ensure exceptional experiences and support interpreter services as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years in patient registration, scheduling, insurance processing or customer service OR an associate's degree with 1 year experience OR a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive, proactive and “Patients First” experience for patients and visitors.
• Investigate, triage and resolve patient issues using the HEART model.
• Create a welcome and professional environment, interact with patients and ensure stellar patient experiences.
• Perform patient registration, visit preparation, telephone triage, insurance verification, co-pay collection, patient and record tracking, scheduling, arrival/departure desk activities and interpreter services scheduling.
• Enter and maintain confidential patient information.
• Recruit, enroll and educate patients on MyChart and Appointment Pass.

Skills

Patient service

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MyChart

Job description

Patient Service Specialist

Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. You will work alongside dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Cleveland Clinic is the first hospital in the nation to make great customer service a cornerstone of our mission. Patient Service Specialists deliver what matters most to our patients and their families, ensure exceptional experiences and thrive on making positive impacts in the community. Within the Radiology customer service team, development areas range from personal and professional development courses to one‑on‑one development with the Imaging leadership team.

A caregiver in this position works 8:30AM-5:00PM. Additionally, a caregiver in this role will have a Saturday rotation throughout the year.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide a comprehensive, proactive and “Patients First” experience for patients and visitors.
• Investigate, triage and resolve patient issues using the established HEART model.
• Create a welcome and professional environment, interact with patients and ensure stellar patient experiences.
• Perform patient registration, visit preparation, telephone triage, insurance verification, co‑pay collection, patient and record tracking, scheduling, arrival and/or departure desk activities and screening and scheduling of interpreter services.
• Enter and maintain confidential patient information.
• Recruit, enroll and educate patients on MyChart and Appointment Pass.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in patient registration, appointment scheduling, insurance processing or customer service OR an associate’s degree and one year of experience OR a bachelor’s degree.

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Dexterity sufficient to operate a PC and other office equipment.
• Requires extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
• Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision.
• Must be able to navigate various locations and function in a fast‑paced, hectic environment.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $15.75

Maximum hourly: $21.65

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).