Patient Service Representative I PRN at Solaris Health Holdings LLC – Grand Rapids, Michigan

Urologic Consultants is looking for a seasoned professional to join our team in a high-impact, flexible role at our Grand Rapids office. If you are a medical office veteran who excels at registration and scheduling—and you are looking for a position that offers professional impact without a full-time commitment—this is the opportunity for you.

We are seeking a reliable partner to join us in a PRN (As-Needed) status, working approximately 16–32 hours per week. This role is vital to our success, as you will provide essential coverage when team members are out sick or on leave.

• The Location: This position is based exclusively at our Grand Rapids Office: 25 Michigan St. NE, Suite 3300, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
• The Schedule: Flexible weekly hours (typically between 16 and 32 hours) based on clinic needs and staff coverage requirements.
• The Routine: Standard clinic hours are 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM with a 45-minute lunch.

This is more than just "filling in." As a Patient Service Representative II, you serve as an expert resource for our clerical team during critical times.

• Expert Resource: Use your deep knowledge of medical office flow to support the staff and help resolve complex patient issues.
• Operational Excellence: Apply your expertise to handle registration, insurance verification (HMO, PPO, Medicare), and seamless scheduling with precision.
• Professional Impact: Help us maintain a high standard of patient care while ensuring our front-office operations remain seamless, even during staffing transitions.

We are looking for a reliable, top-tier partner who can hit the ground running. To be successful, you will need:

• Solid Medical Office Experience: You have mastered the pace of a busy clinic and can jump into a fast-paced environment with ease.
• Strong Technical Skills: High-level registration and scheduling abilities are essential.
• Professionalism: A calm, proactive approach to patient care and team collaboration.

If you are ready to apply your expertise in a role that offers a refreshing, flexible schedule, we want to hear from you!

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Patient Service Representative I is responsible for providing customer service and ensuring the patient experience, either by phone or in person, is exemplary. The Patient Service Representative I will coordinate clerical tasks such as answering the phones, greeting patients and visitors, and scheduling appointments in a professional and timely manner. They are responsible for moving the patients through the intake and checkout process including patient registration, scanning and filing medical records, collecting co-payments, deductibles, and any outstanding balances. The Patient Service Representative I must ensure that all procedures, from identifying correct patient files to verifying insurance information, are closely followed to create a seamless patient experience between clerical and clinical staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Welcomes and greets all patients and visitors, in person or over the phone.
• Is responsible for keeping the front desk area clean and organized.
• Registers new patients and updates existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information including personal and financial information (ex. co-payments and insurance cards).
• Collects outstanding patient balances.
• Obtains referrals and authorizations when required.
• Scans incoming faxes, consents, reports, and all other patient information into patient chart.
• Generates batch transmittal reports for each day.
• Facilitates the patient flow by notifying the provider or other medical staff of the patients’ arrival, being aware of delays, and communicating with patients and clinical staff.
• Schedules follow up services and office visits for patients.
• Responds to inquiries by patients, prospective patients, and visitors in a courteous manner.
• Keeps medical office supplies adequately stocked by anticipating inventory needs, placing orders, and monitoring office equipment.
• Protects patient confidentiality, making sure protected health information (PHI) is secured by not leaving PHI in plain sight and logging off the computer before leaving it unattended.
• Ensures proper hand off of responsibilities once their task is completed.
• Meets established attendance criteria and starts work promptly. Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts.
• Respects and acknowledges the organizations commitment to cultural diversity, which is expressed through behavior, language and actions.
• Consistently demonstrates good use of time and resources.
• Ensuring that all medical records are accurate and complete.
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

• N/A

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office. Knowledge in healthcare systems operations and experience in navigating EMRs.
• Ability to answer multiple incoming telephone calls.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, multi-tasked abilities, and the ability to perform well in stressful situations.
• Customer-oriented with ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to comprehend established office routines and policies.
• Ability to keep financial records and perform mathematical tasks.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient interpersonal relations skills.
• Basic knowledge of health insurance products (HMO, PPO, HSA, Commercial, Medicare etc.).
• Ability to navigate online health insurance portals to verify benefits.
• Regularly adheres and supports compliance and accreditation efforts as assigned including, but not limited to OSHA, HIPAA & CMS guidelines for Parts C & D on General Compliance and Fraud, Waste & Abuse.
• Complies with HR confidentiality standards.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Some college work preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 1-3 years’ customer service experience required. Experience in a medical office; specifically, urology, preferred.

Basic knowledge and understanding of CPT procedure coding and ICD-10 diagnostic coding preferred.

REQUIRED TRAVEL

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight

Frequency

1-25 lbs.

Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs.

Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling

Frequency

1-25 lbs.

Seldom, up to 2%

100 + lbs.

Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight

Frequency

Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs.

Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs.

Seldom: up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs.

Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs.

Seldom: up to 2%