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Customer Service Representative - Patient Representative

R1 RCM, Austin, TX, United States


Location:

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

Shift:

Monday - Friday 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Ready to start a meaningful career in healthcare – even if you’ve never worked in the field before? Join R1, the industry leader transforming how hospitals and health systems support patients with cutting‑edge technology, automation, and compassionate human care.

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 in Patient Registration, you will be the first friendly face patients meet when they check into the hospital.

Help patients navigate the registration process

Answer questions with confidence, clarity, and compassion

Gather accurate information quickly in a fast‑paced environment

Build trust with patients during moments when they may be scared, confused, or overwhelmed

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.

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 computer screens, phone calls, and in‑person interactions – balancing accuracy with compassion while 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.

What You’ll Do Day‑to‑Day

Work across multiple computer systems to register patients efficiently

Answer phones and gather information quickly and accurately

Assist patients who may be ill, anxious, or confused

Navigate diverse insurance plans and coverage details (with training!)

Adapt to interruptions from clinical teams during urgent care situations

Build rapport and ease patient concerns in real time

This isn’t a sit‑back‑and‑relax desk job—you’ll be on your feet, thinking fast, and making a real impact.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

Strong customer service experience

Preferred

Medical or healthcare experience (but not required!)

For this US‑based position, the base pay range is $15.50 – $23.21 per hour. Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly, and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team — including offering a competitive benefits package.

R1 RCM Inc. (“the Company”) is dedicated to the fundamentals of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s employment practices, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, shall not be based on any person’s age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the Company is dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment based on any of the foregoing protected categories.

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at 312‑496‑7709 for assistance.

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