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Patient Support Assistant - Behavioral Health

Endeavor Health · Chicago, IL · $18.76–$27.20 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you dealt with someone who was very upset or agitated in person.

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and know when to get help.

Tell me about a time you had to learn a new computer system quickly.

What they are checking: Whether they can pick up Epic and the practice's workflows fast.

What would you do

At a behavioral health practice, patients may be nervous about their visit. How do you make the front desk feel safe and welcoming?

What they are checking: Whether they treat behavioral health patients with respect and without stigma.

A caller says they're thinking about hurting themselves. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they keep the caller on the line and get clinical help right away, following protocol.

When you review the schedule templates each day, what would you flag to the practice manager?

What they are checking: Whether they notice unused slots or overbooking and speak up to improve access.

How do you move patients smoothly from the front desk to the back office?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate with the clinical team to keep visits on time.

About the work

How do you document a phone call in Epic so the clinical team can act on it?

What they are checking: Whether they write clear telephone encounters that capture what the caller needs.

How do you get a prior authorization done before a patient's visit?

What they are checking: Whether they know the steps and follow up so the visit isn't delayed or denied.

How do you keep track of different providers' preferences and visit types?

What they are checking: Whether they learn each provider's rules so scheduling stays accurate.

How do you protect privacy for behavioral health patients when talking on the phone in a shared area?

What they are checking: Whether they understand mental health information needs extra care.

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The full job description

As published by Endeavor Health.

Hourly Pay Range: $18.76 - $27.20 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: • Position: Patient Support Assistant • Location: Swedish Hospital • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time • Hours: Day Shift • Required Travel: n/a What you will do: • Manage front desk and waiting area communication from front to back office to move patients through their visits and support the clinical team. • Answer all incoming telephone calls to the department from patients, physicians, and other departments while handling each as appropriate in accordance with NorthShore telephone customer service standards and practice protocols including documenting in Epic telephone encounters • Utilize Epic to schedule and register patients for multiple providers, sites and services • Obtain prior authorization, records and orders as needed to ensure patients arrival to the department to be seamless • Familiarize yourself with physician preferences, physician availability, practice visit types, and practice protocols • Obtain prior authorization as needed • Review department templates daily to ensure patient access and template efficient utilization. Informing Practice Manager of concerns • Provide other administrative support under the direction of the Physicians and Practice Manager What you will need: • Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required. • Certification: N/A • Experience: 1 – 2 years in an administrative/customer service preferred, EPIC knowledge and experience preferred. Enjoy working at a fast past with the capacity to multi-task, displays flexibility, take initiative, and utilize multiple resources to support the role • Unique or Preferred Skills: Excellence in customer service Benefits (For full time or part time positions): • Premium pay for eligible employees • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options • Tuition Reimbursement • Free Parking • Wellness Program Savings Plan • Health Savings Account Options • Retirement Options with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay • Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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