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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 dealt with a really upset or difficult patient or customer. What happened and how did you handle it?

whether the candidate can stay calm and professional with a frustrated person, since this comes up constantly at a front desk

Tell me about a time you had to collect a payment from a patient at the time of service. How did that conversation go?

comfort discussing money with patients and following collection procedures without being pushy or avoidant

Tell me about a time you made a mistake entering patient or billing information. What did you do once you noticed it?

honesty and whether they take ownership and correct errors instead of hiding them

This schedule includes early mornings, an occasional Saturday, and split days across the week. How do you feel about that kind of schedule, and what's made a variable schedule work or not work for you in the past?

realistic fit with the part-time, irregular schedule described in the posting

You're working closely with coworkers in a small, shared front desk space all day. Tell me about a time you had friction with a coworker in a tight workspace and how you resolved it.

ability to work well in close quarters with others under pressure

What does good customer service look like to you in a medical office, as opposed to a retail or restaurant setting?

whether prior customer service experience translates to the specific sensitivities of a patient-facing healthcare role

Technical

Describe your experience entering or updating information in a patient accounting or scheduling system. Which systems have you used?

actual hands-on comfort with computer systems used for registration and billing

How do you make sure a medical record or patient account stays accurate when you're the one entering the data?

attention to detail and understanding of why data accuracy matters downstream in billing and care

Situational

Walk me through how you would check in a patient who arrives for an appointment, including what information you need to confirm.

basic understanding of the registration workflow and attention to accuracy

Say a patient shows up and their insurance information looks outdated or doesn't match what's on file. What do you do?

knowledge of billing accuracy procedures and willingness to follow up rather than skip the problem

You've got three patients waiting to check in, the phone is ringing, and a provider needs a chart pulled right now. How do you prioritize?

ability to function in a high-volume, multi-task front-desk environment

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

phone etiquette and ability to de-escalate billing disputes without overpromising

A patient needs help getting up or moving and might need lifting assistance. What would you do if you weren't sure you could safely help them alone?

judgment around safety protocols and willingness to ask for help rather than risk injury

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 09122 AMG Summit - Front End Staff Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 20 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday: 8:45 am - 5:15 am, Every other Wednesday: 8:45 am - 5:15 pm and Thursday: 8:45 am - 5:15 pm. Occasional Saturday a month from 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:     20 hours per week. Varying hours and days from Monday - Friday between 7:00am - 5:00pm.       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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