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Patient Service Representative (PSR) I

Advocate Health · Summit, WI

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to deal with an angry or upset patient at the front desk. What happened and how did you handle it?

whether the candidate can stay calm and professional with difficult people, which the posting flags as a core requirement

Describe a day when you had patients checking in, phones ringing, and a provider asking for something, all at the same time. How did you decide what to handle first?

ability to prioritize and function in a high-volume, multitask environment as described in the posting

Tell me about a time you caught a mistake in a patient's information, like a wrong address or insurance detail, before it caused a problem.

attention to detail and ownership of data accuracy in the patient accounting system

Tell me about a time you worked closely with clinical staff, like nurses or providers, to keep things running smoothly.

whether the candidate understands they're part of a care team, not just an isolated front-desk role

What does it mean to you to keep a patient's information confidential, and can you give an example of a time that mattered?

awareness of HIPAA and privacy expectations without needing to name the regulation directly

Tell me about a time you had to learn a new computer system or process quickly on the job.

adaptability, since the role touches scheduling, coding, registration, and billing systems

Describe your experience working around patients who are sick or in a medical setting. How do you keep yourself steady in that environment?

comfort with the physical and emotional realities of working in a clinic, including exposure to illness

Technical

What experience do you have entering information into a scheduling or patient accounting system, and how did you make sure it was accurate?

actual hands-on comfort with the software side of the job, not just general computer skills

Situational

Walk me through how you'd check in a patient who arrives for an appointment, from the moment they walk up to the desk to when they sit down in the waiting room.

basic understanding of front-desk workflow and whether they think in terms of steps and accuracy

A patient tells you their insurance changed but they don't have the new card with them. What do you do?

judgment on collecting and verifying billing information without shutting the patient down or guessing

How do you go about collecting a copay from a patient who says they can't pay today?

comfort with the money-collection part of the job and ability to hold a boundary while staying respectful

A patient calls asking about a bill they don't understand and gets frustrated on the phone. Walk me through how you'd handle that call.

communication skills specific to billing questions, which is one of the three named duties

How would you handle a situation where a patient needs a referral processed quickly but the information you have is incomplete?

initiative and follow-up skills on the medical records and referral side of the job

This role includes one Saturday morning a month and a set weekday schedule. How does that fit with your life right now?

reliability and honest fit with the actual schedule before it becomes a problem later

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 09122 AMG Summit - Front End Staff Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday - Friday: 8:45 am - 5:15 pm. With one Saturday a month 7:00 am - 12:00 pm. Pay Range: $19.80 - $29.70 J ob 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 :    Advocate 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.        We’re Looking For:     • High school diploma or equivalent.    • One to two years related customer service experience    • Experience handling difficult caller /customers/patients.        What You’ll Do:     As a Patient Service Representative (PSR) , 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.        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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