Patient Services Representative

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Services Representative in Scranton, PA to provide clerical support and exceptional patient service. You will welcome patients, gather registration details, verify insurance, schedule appointments, and coordinate with clinical staff to ensure smooth operations.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, confidentiality, and proficiency with EMR systems to support a positive patient experience and timely care delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering front-line customer service in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to navigate EMR systems, schedule appointments and handle registrations.
• Proficiency in data entry with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Gathers information for accurate registration and check-in per policy.
• Verifies insurance authorizations and precertifications as needed.
• Flows the patient schedule to maintain timely appointments and patient experience.
• Manages referrals, billing queues, and clinical communications in EMR.
• Educates patients on LVHN portal features and services.

Skills

Customer service

EMR systems

Data entry

Phone etiquette

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Full-TimeDay ShiftDepartmentLVPG-L Steamtown AdminShift DetailsDay Shift, Monday- Friday 8:00am - 5:00PMJob IDwd-JR139259PostedAugust 21, 2026Patient Services RepresentativeJoin a team that delivers excellence.Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.SummaryCoordinates and provides a variety of clerical/administrative duties associated with daily physician practice operations. Serves as the initial point of contact for patients and healthcare providers within the practice. Delivers the high standard of customer service necessary to maintain the overall patient experience.Job DutiesPerforms a variety of detail-oriented administrative tasks that anticipates the needs of team members and patients according to the organization's policies and standard work.Gathers information necessary for accurate registration and check-in to fulfill service promise.Obtains and verifies insurance authorizations/precertification and completes medical record release requests and schedules/confirms patient appointments.Sustains the execution and flow of the patient schedule to provide the best patient experience while fostering a team environment.Collaborates in all aspects of training, staffing, and functionality while providing substantial and valuable feedback.Keeps abreast of changes in all insurance providers regarding coverage and reimbursement changes.Organizes effectively and efficiently to accommodate interruptions and changing priorities.Performs scheduling, scanning, billing, filing, referrals, work queues, and other clerical functions in a timely manner.Performs appropriate patient outreach include telephone and EMR messaging.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED1 year Customer service experienceAbility to adapt to changing priorities.Ability to maintain accuracy and compliance with detailed-oriented responsibilities.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.Proficient computer skills.Proven proficiency of technology and EMR workflows at the conclusion of orientation.Able to handle cash and other methods of patients accurately.Able to explain, educate, and support the usage of the LVHN patient portal including various features.Physical DemandsLift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUYLehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes..LocationScranton- Lackawanna Avenue300 Lackawanna Ave, 18503-2001, Scranton, United States (Map)