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Patient Services Specialist

$22.77 - $24.77 per hour

Keck Medicine of USC

Patient Services Specialist

At the USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, we are leaders shaping the future of health care. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to enhance human health and quality of life. We do this by preparing the next generation of physical therapists, conducting groundbreaking research, and delivering world-class patient care.

We're looking for a Patient Services Specialist (PSS) who is passionate about helping others and thrives in a fast-paced clinic environment. This position plays a key role in creating a welcoming, efficient, and supportive experience for our patientsfrom their very first call to their final appointment.

Initially offered on a fixed-term basis, this role has the potential to become permanent based on performance and clinic needs.

What You'll Do

  • Be the warm, professional first point of contact for patientsboth in person and on the phone
  • Greet, check in, and assist patients with their appointments
  • Process medical authorizations and verify insurance coverage
  • Answer billing and insurance questions with clarity and empathy
  • Schedule and manage patient appointments to keep our clinic running smoothly
  • Maintain accurate patient records with a high degree of confidentiality
  • Support clinical staff with administrative tasks to ensure seamless operations

What We're Looking For

  • Required: High School Diploma or Associate's Degree
  • Preferred: Experience in a medical front desk role and familiarity with authorizations/insurance processes
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Proficiency in computer systems and data entry
  • Ability to remain professional, compassionate, and detail-oriented under pressure

Why Join Us?

  • Make a real difference in patients' lives every day
  • Work with a passionate, collaborative, and supportive team
  • Be part of a prestigious institution known for innovation and excellence in health care
  • Build your skills and grow your career in a respected clinical environment

Apply Now If you're ready to bring your skills and compassion to a role where you can truly make an impact, we want to hear from you!

The hourly rate range for this position is $22.77 - $24.77. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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