Patient Relations Assistant/UKHC

Job Title
Patient Relations Assistant/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE56317

Working Title
Patient Relations Assistant - General Pediatrics Clinic

Department Name
MG100: Physician Based Clinics

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
06

Salary Range
$16.20-24.82/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

HS

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Required Related Experience

3.5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time.

Shift

Monday -Friday; Varies: 7:00 am-5:00 pm.

Job Summary

The Pediatrics Clinic seeks a Patient Relations Assistant to provide front desk registration in the outpatient clinic. The Patient Relations Assistant is foundational to facilitating an engaging and positive patient experience. The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to; greeting patients, registration, insurance verification, cash handling, medical record preparation, scheduling appointments, procuring new patient records, communicating information with patients via the telephone and in person, and answering telephone. This position supports efficient patient care and clinic initiatives for improving patient attendance and keeping attendance records.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Customer Service, Computer Literacy

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

High School plus 3.5 years experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply
11/22/2026

Our University Community

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