Patient Services Associate – Float

Ohio State University Physicians

. Coordinate and provide patient support services .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $17 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong patient support capabilities, including effective communication, problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a clinical environment. Proficient in maintaining patient records and handling sensitive information with a high level of interpersonal skills.

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Patient Support ServicesCustomer Service ExperienceProblem Solving SkillsJob-Related Software ProficiencyInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Patient RegistrationMedical Record MaintenanceCo-Pay CollectionAppointment SchedulingInsurance Verification

Soft Skills

Exceptional Customer ServiceVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationMulti-Priority Management

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)Computer Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Patient DemographicsReferral ManagementClinical SupportConfidentialityHealthcare Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and provide patient support services
Answer phones, direct calls, and relay messages or scripted care directions
Greet patients and visitors
Register and check in patients
Update patient demographics and insurance coverage in the computer system
Maintain patient medical records via EMR or paper charts
Respond to patient and staff inquiries
Communicate with referring physician offices
Perform check-out processes, including co-pay collections, scheduling return visits, providing after-visit summaries, and ensuring follow-up tests are ordered or scheduled
Monitor patient wait times and notify appropriate clinical staff of excessive waits
Open and route incoming mail; distribute correspondence, reports, and office supplies
Track and record patient information or program data
Request and handle referrals and medical records from referring offices
Schedule appointments when directed
Maintain the cash drawer, reconcile daily cash, and prepare bank deposits where assigned
Contact insurance companies and obtain registration or procedural pre-certifications as assigned
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent
One year of customer service experience
Skill in problem solving
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to convey information both in writing and verbally
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
Exceptional customer service skills
Ability to perform functions using job-related software and systems
Travel may be required to accommodate staffing levels at other clinical facilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Health reimbursement accounts
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement benefits
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Holidays
Wellness program