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Patient Service Representative (Full Time)

Mercy · Springfield, MO · Today
HealthcareFull-time

About the role

The Patient Service Representative (PSR) is the initial point of contact for patients and visitors. The PSR ensures a positive and efficient patient experience by managing front desk operations and workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Interact with patients, healthcare professionals, and other staff members with strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Manage front desk operations, including data entry, scheduling appointments, and processing documentation.
  • Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks, especially when handling patient information and documentation.
  • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy policies and procedures.
  • Handle inquiries and concerns with tact and diplomacy, demonstrating empathy and patience.
  • Work effectively under pressure, handling unexpected situations with professionalism and composure.
  • Attend and complete Clinic Core Front Desk Training post-hire.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Basic computer skills, including data entry and word processing.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Adaptability and ability to work under pressure.
  • Physical requirements: ability to push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 lbs occasionally, stand and walk during shifts, and perform duties requiring gripping, reaching, bending, kneeling, twisting, and squatting.

Qualifications

  • One year of applicable medical office experience preferred.

Skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in basic computer skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Empathy and patience.
  • Able to handle unexpected situations with professionalism.

Benefits

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.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.

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