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Patient Service Representative (PSR) Float - Specialty Clinics

Advocate Health · Gurnee, WI

Posted Sep 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Walk me through how you'd handle a patient who's upset because they've been waiting a long time past their appointment time and starts raising their voice at the front desk.

whether the candidate can de-escalate a frustrated patient without getting defensive or making the situation worse

Tell me about a time you had to deal with a really difficult customer or patient. What happened and how did you get through it?

real evidence of composure and problem-solving under stress, since the posting specifically calls out difficult callers

Tell me about a day where you had to juggle phones ringing, patients checking in, and something urgent happening all at once. How did you prioritize?

ability to function in a high-volume, multitasking front desk environment as described in the posting

What does good customer service look like to you in a healthcare setting, compared to a retail or restaurant job, for example?

whether the candidate understands the added weight of dealing with sick or worried patients, not just general service skills

Tell me about a time you noticed an error in a patient's chart or record and had to get it corrected. What did you do?

diligence around medical record accuracy, which the posting flags as a responsibility

Technical

What's your experience collecting payment from patients at the time of service? How do you bring up money with someone who might be anxious or upset about their bill?

comfort and skill with the revenue collection part of the job, which is called out as a core duty

What experience do you have entering or updating information in a patient accounting or scheduling system? Which systems have you used?

actual hands-on familiarity with practice management software so onboarding isn't starting from zero

How do you make sure a patient's address, insurance, and other billing details actually get updated and don't just get skipped when things are busy?

attention to detail and follow-through on a task that's easy to shortcut under time pressure

Situational

This role floats between clinics in Kenosha, Racine, and Gurnee, covering different specialties like cardiology, dermatology, and neurology. How do you approach walking into a new clinic environment where you don't know the staff or the routine yet?

adaptability and how quickly the person can get oriented without needing hand-holding

Say a patient's insurance information doesn't match what's in the system, and it's a busy morning with a full waiting room. What do you do?

how the candidate balances accuracy in billing entry against the pressure of a high-volume front desk

If a patient calls asking about a referral or a test result and you don't have the answer, what do you do?

whether the candidate knows their limits and has a plan for looping in clinical staff appropriately

You're working across several specialty clinics with different providers and different scheduling needs. How do you keep track of what's different from one clinic to the next?

organizational skill and mental flexibility needed for a float role covering multiple specialties

This job requires availability Monday through Friday between 6:30 in the morning and 6 at night, plus travel between three cities. How does that work with your life right now?

honest fit with the schedule and float travel demands before it becomes a problem after hire

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The full job description

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Department: 09122 AMG Highway 50 - Front End Staff Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday-Friday availability between 6:30 am-6:00 pm. Float premium provided. Specialty clinics in Kenosha, Racine and Gurnee area. Pay Range: $19.80 - $29.70 Job Description Summary:     To provide efficient, effective, quality customer service and practice support through a variety of general office duties including scheduling, coding, registration and billing. Maximize revenues by collecting payment at time of service and entering accurate and up-to-date billing information (address, insurance coverage, etc.) into the patient accounting system. Assists clinical staff in maintaining accurate medical records.        Where you will work:   Our specialty physicians at Advocate Aurora Health Care in Kenosha and Racine, WI provide the high-quality, personalized care you deserve. You will work with multiple disciplines including Cardiology, Chiro, Pulmonology, Neurology, Dermatology, Orthopedics, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, ENT, Rheumatology, Pain Management, Neurosurgery, Podiatry and Family Practice.     We’re Looking For:    • High school diploma or equivalent.    • T wo years related customer service experience , preferably in healthcare   • Experience handling difficult callers /customers/patients.       What You’ll Do:       As a Patient Service Representative (PSR) Float , you’ll play a vital role in the care team – supporting providers, connecting with patients, and helping ensure a seamless, compassionate experience every day .       As a key member of the ambulatory care team, you will:     • Patient Services: Provides efficient, high-quality service to patients who arrive for appointments or who telephone or visit in person to request appointments or information on tests and procedures, bills and charges, referrals, and other matters.    • Billing Services: Ensures entry at time of service of billing information on the patient and payer and accurate follow-up on missing information.    • Medical Record Services: Upholds standards of the practice and of the medical group for accurate and timely medical records.        About This Location:     Aurora Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health , one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive.      Your feedback matters. Every teammate’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.      Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:      • Ability to function in a high volume, multiple-task environment, and in a crowded or closely shared workspace .     • Exposure to ill patients .     • Ability to work under stressful conditions with demanding customers.    • Must lift up to 35 pounds without help. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.        Ready to Take the Next Step:     Apply Now!    Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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