Patient Representative - Temporary

Patient Representative (Temporary) Join our team in a temporary role where you can make an immediate impact! As a Temporary Patient Representative, you'll play a vital role in creating a welcoming, supportive experience for every patient and family. You'll often be the first point of contact, helping coordinate care and ensuring each visit is smooth, organized, and positive. If you enjoy building relationships, thrive in a team-oriented environment, and are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, we'd love to meet you! About Pediatric Associates of Barrington For almost 30 years, Pediatric Associates of Barrington has proudly cared for families in our community. Our experienced and compassionate team provides personalized care for every stage of childhood - from those very first newborn visits all the way through young adulthood. We love partnering with families and helping guide them through each milestone along the way. With 6 clinicians and 18 dedicated team members, and two locations, we are committed to delivering exceptional pediatric care in a welcoming and supportive environment. We are excited to welcome you to our team! Pediatric Associates of Barrington - Crystal Lake, 525 East Congress Parkway, Suite 220, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Office Open: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday- Friday, evening hours until 7:00pm on a variable basis; Saturday 8:30am-12:00pm Pediatric Associates of Barrington - Barrington, 27750 West Highway 22, Suite 150, Barrington, IL 60010 Office Open: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday- Friday, evening hours until 7:00pm on a variable basis General Summary The Patient Representative is the first point of contact for patients, families and many other sources. Works under the direct supervision of the Practice Manager. Essential Job Functions Answers phones, schedules appointments and verifies patient information. Completes check-in, check-out and end of day processing. Enters charges; collects and posts payments. Collects patient balances. Copies medical records. Scans incoming patient records/reports. Completes end of day process. Processes medical records requests. Demonstrates and supports PediaTrust Core Values. Additional Job Functions Performs digital health workflows and initiatives. Performs complete referral authorizations. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma required Ability to multitask Must be detail oriented Good communication skills and customer service skills General computer knowledge Problem-solving skills Team player Required Length & Type of Experience: 2 years of customer service experience Office based work experience preferred Required Certification, Licenses, Registration: N/A Physical/Environmental Demands: Some travel required Bending and lifting Walking Exposure to infectious disease Exposure to biohazards and other hazardous materials Who We Are We're Different PediaTrust is a united group of pediatric practices that serve Chicago-area families. Our practices take a unique approach to providing pediatric care: Our priority is you and taking the time to listen and earn your trust. It's the kind of personal connection families don't always find at large hospitals or corporate-owned medical groups. We believe there's a better way - and it starts with being a trusted partner in keeping your kids healthy. Individualized Care Our doctors are empowered to provide your family with the individualized, personal care you'd expect from a small practice. We take the time to truly listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and provide the best carebecause we want to be your pediatrician partners at every visit, for every child, at every stage. Advanced Care and Resources With 70 clinicians and growing across our practices, PediaTrust has the scale and the expertise to ensure your family has access to the latest technologies and specialties in pediatrics, all under the PediaTrust umbrella including experts in nutrition and counseling for mental health. Working together, we offer you the best, most up-to-date care for your kids. We're Close to Home PediaTrust has multiple locations in the Chicagoland area to serve you, and we offer extended hours at many of our locations for immediate care needs. Our Goal is Our Name At PediaTrust, we measure ourselves in one way: By earning the trust of each family who comes to us. And we work to keep that trust for each child, from birth to the beginning of a happy, healthy adulthood. Our Mission, Vision and Core Values PediaTrust has had a singular mission since our founding in 2012: To provide exceptional pediatric care based on the principles of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and trust. That mission supports our vision for PediaTrust to be the leading independent pediatric practice in the Chicagoland region. Clinical Excellence We are committed to providing patients with high-quality, evidence-based care. Collaboration We work together with mutual respect and a shared purpose. Compassion We ensure every interaction is grounded in empathy and kindness.