Patient Advocate Job at HANSON MEDICAL SERVICES PLLC, Carbondale, IL

  • HANSON MEDICAL SERVICES PLLC
  • Carbondale, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday

About Us

Hanson Medical Services is a mission-driven primary care clinic committed to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families throughout our community. We offer compassionate, comprehensive care and pride ourselves on our patient-first approach.

Position Overview

We are seeking a friendly, organized, and compassionate Patient Advocate to join our front office team. As a key first point of contact for our patients, the Patient Advocate plays a vital role in delivering a welcoming and efficient experience—from check-in to check-out. This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for patient-centered service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greet patients in person and by phone with professionalism and warmth 
  • Schedule, reschedule, and confirm patient appointments using our EMR system 
  • Check patients in and out, verifying demographics and insurance information 
  • Collect co-pays and other payments as needed; provide receipts and documentation 
  • Assist patients with paperwork and answer questions about clinic procedures 
  • Communicate effectively with clinical and administrative teams to ensure a smooth patient flow 
  • Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and clinic policy 
  • Support care coordination and follow-up activities as directed by the provider or care team 

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (required); associate’s or medical office training (preferred) 
  • Previous front desk or customer service experience in a medical setting strongly preferred 
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills 
  • Proficiency with computers and ability to learn electronic medical records (EMR) systems 
  • Ability to multitask, stay organized, and maintain a calm, positive demeanor 
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday

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