Customer Service Representative - Part Time Patient Registration

Customer Service Representative
- Patient Registration

Location:

LifePoint Ottumwa Regional Medical Center

Shift

Hours:

PRN- part time, work as needed. This position does not have a set schedule and shifts will be vary depending on coverage needs. Open availability is required for as needed shifts - must have day, evening, and overnight availability. Holiday and weekend availability is required. Shifts will range between 8-12 hours - must have availability to work up to 12 hour shifts.

Hours will include a rotating on-call schedule. PRN associates will be cross-trained in multiple departments as needed. All shift requirements will need to be met in order to be considered.

Are you passionate about helping people during critical moments while building a career in healthcare customer service? At R1, you'll be part of a mission-driven team that blends advanced technology with real-world service to create exceptional patient experiences.

As a Customer Service Representative
- Patient Registration you will be the first point of contact for patients, ensuring they receive fast, compassionate, and accurate access to care.

This is more than registration — it's a frontline healthcare customer service role where you directly impact patient experience, hospital operations, and revenue cycle success.

What You'll Do:

• Provide exceptional customer service and assist patients and families with the check-in process working across multiple computer systems to register patients efficiently
• Answer phones and gather accurate patient information quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Support timely access to care by minimizing delays in registration and answer questions with confidence, clarity, and compassion
• Build trust with patients during moments when they may be ill, anxious, confused, or overwhelmed
• Navigate diverse insurance plans and coverage details, enter demographics and medical data, collect co-pays and provide cost estimates when applicable
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and care teams to ensure smooth patient flow

No healthcare background? No problem. We'll train you every step of the way—and this role is a fantastic launchpad for a growing healthcare career.

What We're Looking For:

• Exceptional customer service experience, communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong composure and professionalism in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly with high attention to detail
• Comfortable with shifting priorities based on patient needs
• Experience with patient access, medical registration, insurance verification, or front desk is a plus (but not required)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to pass background check, drug test, and meet vaccination requirements

What You'll Gain:

• Experience in healthcare administration & patient access
• Exposure to revenue cycle, insurance processes, and hospital operations
• Opportunity for growth within R1
• A team environment focused on innovation, collaboration, and patient experience
• Meaningful work supporting patients during urgent and emotional moments

Why You'll Love This Job:

Make a Real Difference:
Patients lean on you for support and reassurance. You'll be more than a data collector - you'll be a calm, helpful presence during stressful times.

Learn Healthcare from the Ground Up:
From insurance basics to hospital workflows, you'll gain valuable knowledge and skills that open the door to long-term career growth.

Fast-Paced, Never Boring:
You'll move between systems, phone calls, and in-person interactions - balancing accuracy with compassion, working alongside clinicians and emergency staff.

Supportive Team Environment:
We're invested in your professional journey. You'll be surrounded by teammates who have your back and leaders who want to see you succeed.

For this…