Patient Advocate Job at HANSON MEDICAL SERVICES PLLC, Carbondale, IL

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  • HANSON MEDICAL SERVICES PLLC
  • Carbondale, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Schedule: Full-Time | MondayFriday

About Us

Hanson Medical Services is a mission-driven primary care clinic committed to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families throughout our community. We offer compassionate, comprehensive care and pride ourselves on our patient-first approach.

Position Overview

We are seeking a friendly, organized, and compassionate Patient Advocate to join our front office team. As a key first point of contact for our patients, the Patient Advocate plays a vital role in delivering a welcoming and efficient experiencefrom check-in to check-out. This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for patient-centered service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greet patients in person and by phone with professionalism and warmth

  • Schedule, reschedule, and confirm patient appointments using our EMR system

  • Check patients in and out, verifying demographics and insurance information

  • Collect co-pays and other payments as needed; provide receipts and documentation

  • Assist patients with paperwork and answer questions about clinic procedures

  • Communicate effectively with clinical and administrative teams to ensure a smooth patient flow

  • Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and clinic policy

  • Support care coordination and follow-up activities as directed by the provider or care team

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (required); associates or medical office training (preferred)

  • Previous front desk or customer service experience in a medical setting strongly preferred

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Proficiency with computers and ability to learn electronic medical records (EMR) systems

  • Ability to multitask, stay organized, and maintain a calm, positive demeanor

  • Experience with Epic EMR desired

Why Join Us?

  • Meaningful work serving our local community

  • Supportive, team-oriented work environment

  • Opportunities for growth as our clinic expands

  • Competitive pay and benefits

Job Tags

Full time, Local area,

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