Customer Service Representative - Part Time As Needed Patient Registration at R1 RCM in Johnstown, PA

Job description

• Shift: PRN- part time, work as needed. Open availability required for as needed shifts (must have day, evening, and overnight availability to be considered). Holiday and weekend availability is required. Shifts will range between 8-12 hours. Hours will include a rotating on-call schedule. PRN associates will be cross-trained in multiple departments as needed.
• R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration.
• Are you passionate about helping people during critical moments while building a career in healthcare customer service? We are the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems and medical groups.  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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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

Skills

Required

• Exceptional customer service
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Composure
• Professionalism
• Multitasking
• Prioritization
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability

Preferred

• Patient access
• Medical registration
• Insurance verification
• Front desk experience

Benefits

• 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
• 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 US-based position, the base pay range is $16.00 - $21.10 per hour . Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.