Customer Relations Specialist

Customer Relations Specialist

• Department: Front Office Support
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: Columbia - Providence Road
• Reporting To: Ashley Gillihan
• Compensation: $17.89 / hour

Description

To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $1,000.* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!

Be the welcoming face and first point of contact for our organization—and help create a positive experience for every visitor and caller. 
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours weekly.
Are you a friendly, organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a Customer Relations Specialist (CRS) to be the welcoming face of our clinic and a key part of our integrated care team.

As a CRS, you'll greet patients, manage check-in and check-out for appointments (including primary care, dental, behavioral health, and specialists), verify insurance and demographic information, and collect co-pays. You’ll also support day-to-day clinic operations to ensure things run smoothly and efficiently.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others, working on a team, and making a difference in the patient experience from the very first interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet patients and provide excellent customer service at every visit
• Manage appointment check-in/check-out, including verifying insurance and demographics
• Collect co-pays and complete necessary paperwork
• Answer phones, direct messages, and assist with scheduling
• Keep the front office and waiting areas organized and welcoming
• Enter data accurately into electronic health records (EHR)
• Travel to nearby clinic locations as needed
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

• High School/GED preferred

Work Experience / Training / Additional Requirements:
• At least one year of customer service experience required
• A valid driver's license and agency-established minimum automobile coverage required

You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:

• Love being the first point of contact and creating a positive first impression
• Are comfortable working in fast-paced, people-focused environments
• Stay organized and calm while juggling phones, appointments, and walk-ins
• Enjoy variety in your schedule and are willing to travel to different office locations
• Can learn multiple systems and procedures across different types of care
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with clients, families, and team members

*Retention bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
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