Patient Service Representative – Primary Care

Advocate Aurora Health

. Provide efficient, effective, quality customer service and practice support through scheduling, coding, registration, and billing .

Posted 10/19/2026part-timeMount Prospect • Illinois • United StatesJunior💰 $20 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in customer service and practice support, ensuring accurate billing and medical records management while providing compassionate care to patients. Capable of functioning effectively in high-pressure environments and managing multiple tasks efficiently.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Customer Service ExperienceBilling Information EntryMedical Records ManagementHigh Volume Environment FunctionalityPatient Interaction Support

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Hard Skills

BillingCodingRegistrationSchedulingMedical Records MaintenancePayment CollectionPatient Accounting System EntryFollow-Up on Billing InformationPatient Handling Equipment UseInsurance Coverage Management

Soft Skills

Compassionate CareStress ManagementCommunicationProblem SolvingMulti-Tasking

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Patient CareHealthcarePractice SupportRevenue MaximizationAppointment Scheduling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide efficient, effective, quality customer service and practice support through scheduling, coding, registration, and billing
Maximize revenues by collecting payment at time of service
Enter accurate and current billing information, including address and insurance coverage, into the patient accounting system
Assist clinical staff in maintaining accurate medical records
Provide service to patients arriving for appointments or contacting the practice by telephone or in person
Respond to requests for appointments or information on tests, procedures, bills, charges, referrals, and other matters
Enter patient and payer billing information at time of service
Follow up accurately on missing billing information
Uphold practice and medical group standards for accurate and timely medical records
Support providers, connect with patients, and help ensure a seamless, compassionate care experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
One to two years related customer service experience
Experience handling difficult callers/customers/patients
Ability to function in a high volume, multiple-task environment and in a crowded or closely shared workspace
Ability to work under stressful conditions with demanding customers
Must lift up to 35 pounds without help
For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when the patient is unable to assist, use patient handling equipment with at least one other associate when available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Competitive compensation
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career development programs