Entry Level Patient Relations Coordinator Jobs
New grad patient relations coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a healthcare communications portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like El Rio Community Health Center hiring at this level now.
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See related jobsSCHEDULE: This position could include major holidays as well as some 12 hour shifts on weekends once or twice a month, Mon-Fri and major holidays some weekends
JOB PURPOSE: Greet patients; monitor the patient portal; obtain correct or updated patient demographics; and verify insurance. Secure referral information and any related health records, as needed. Check in and check out patients; schedule patient follow up appointments; keep the patient electronic portal updated. Collect patients' financial obligation for services rendered. Make deposit slips for current business day's activities. Explain pertinent insurance benefits to patients and family-members within HIPAA compliant parameters.
The primary goal of the Elk Ridge Community Health Patient Relations Representative is to support Elk Ridge’s Mission of providing comprehensive, quality health care that is affordable and accessible to all who may have healthcare needs, by successfully performing the primary essential functions.
JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Greets and check-in patients, monitor and respond to the patient portal, verify patient demographics, insurance documents, referrals, and enters data and changes into EHR (Practice Management) System.
- Scans documents daily.
- Schedules Telehealth appointments and other internal specialties as needed.
- Answers phone, makes appointments and follow-up appointments, direct calls to appropriate parties, and takes messages for providers and other clinic staff.
- Sorts and distributes mail on a daily basis.
- Confirms the accuracy of the responsible provider who will receive the documents.
- Follows the most current scanning workflow to ensure quality patient care.
- Verifies accuracy of open tickets by pulling billing charges/holds/unretrieved charges.
- Provides back-up support for other office positions; re: insurance follow-ups and referrals, etc.
- Manages details of multiple provider schedules.
- Maintains updated knowledge of local and organizational programs (example: SFS).
- Completes update forms for clinic staff and patients on an as needed basis.
- Keeps updated on own medical employee health immunizations, annual trainings, as required.
- Follows verbal and written instructions.
- Consistent review, comprehension and reply of company email and related correspondence.
JOINT COMMISSION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in compliance with all Policies and Procedures including but not limited to work areas, workstations, examination rooms, hand washing, infection prevention and control etc. for this position.
- Demonstrates an understanding of and proficiency with the application of all compliance and reporting requirements respective to Joint Commission Certification (JCC) standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma Or G.E.D.
7 – 11 months in data processing, clerical/administrative, equipment operation
Fingerprint Clearance Card
Level I fingerprint clearance card: current valid and in good standing or have applied for it within seven working days after beginning employment
If applicable, equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, and must be directly related to the functions and responsibilities of the job.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification in data processing, clerical/administrative, equipment operation
Bilingual (English/Spanish) with the ability to speak, read and write in both languages.
TRANSPORTATION:
Employees in this position are required to have reliable transportation that can meet any operational reassignments of the organization during the workday. If an employee is driving during work hours, the employee is required to possess a valid driver’s license and must comply with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Compassionate Communication
- Cultural Competence
- Honor Patient Privacy
- Service Recovery
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
None
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Elk Ridge Community Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age 40 and over, disability, genetic information, military status, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
All employees are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal and State regulations for alcohol and controlled substance testing. Employees in positions holding responsibility for the safety and welfare of others will also be classified as safety sensitive.
Elk Ridge Community Health is a Non-profit 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and abides by all applicable federal Drug-Free Workplace standards.
SCHEDULE: This position could include major holidays as well as some 12 hour shifts on weekends once or twice a month, Mon-Fri and major holidays some weekends
JOB PURPOSE: Greet patients; monitor the patient portal; obtain correct or updated patient demographics; and verify insurance. Secure referral information and any related health records, as needed. Check in and check out patients; schedule patient follow up appointments; keep the patient electronic portal updated. Collect patients' financial obligation for services rendered. Make deposit slips for current business day's activities. Explain pertinent insurance benefits to patients and family-members within HIPAA compliant parameters.
The primary goal of the Elk Ridge Community Health Patient Relations Representative is to support Elk Ridge’s Mission of providing comprehensive, quality health care that is affordable and accessible to all who may have healthcare needs, by successfully performing the primary essential functions.
JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Greets and check-in patients, monitor and respond to the patient portal, verify patient demographics, insurance documents, referrals, and enters data and changes into EHR (Practice Management) System.
- Scans documents daily.
- Schedules Telehealth appointments and other internal specialties as needed.
- Answers phone, makes appointments and follow-up appointments, direct calls to appropriate parties, and takes messages for providers and other clinic staff.
- Sorts and distributes mail on a daily basis.
- Confirms the accuracy of the responsible provider who will receive the documents.
- Follows the most current scanning workflow to ensure quality patient care.
- Verifies accuracy of open tickets by pulling billing charges/holds/unretrieved charges.
- Provides back-up support for other office positions; re: insurance follow-ups and referrals, etc.
- Manages details of multiple provider schedules.
- Maintains updated knowledge of local and organizational programs (example: SFS).
- Completes update forms for clinic staff and patients on an as needed basis.
- Keeps updated on own medical employee health immunizations, annual trainings, as required.
- Follows verbal and written instructions.
- Consistent review, comprehension and reply of company email and related correspondence.
JOINT COMMISSION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in compliance with all Policies and Procedures including but not limited to work areas, workstations, examination rooms, hand washing, infection prevention and control etc. for this position.
- Demonstrates an understanding of and proficiency with the application of all compliance and reporting requirements respective to Joint Commission Certification (JCC) standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma Or G.E.D.
7 – 11 months in data processing, clerical/administrative, equipment operation
Fingerprint Clearance Card
Level I fingerprint clearance card: current valid and in good standing or have applied for it within seven working days after beginning employment
If applicable, equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, and must be directly related to the functions and responsibilities of the job.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification in data processing, clerical/administrative, equipment operation
Bilingual (English/Spanish) with the ability to speak, read and write in both languages.
TRANSPORTATION:
Employees in this position are required to have reliable transportation that can meet any operational reassignments of the organization during the workday. If an employee is driving during work hours, the employee is required to possess a valid driver’s license and must comply with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Compassionate Communication
- Cultural Competence
- Honor Patient Privacy
- Service Recovery
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
None
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Elk Ridge Community Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age 40 and over, disability, genetic information, military status, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
All employees are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal and State regulations for alcohol and controlled substance testing. Employees in positions holding responsibility for the safety and welfare of others will also be classified as safety sensitive.
Elk Ridge Community Health is a Non-profit 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and abides by all applicable federal Drug-Free Workplace standards.
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Entry Level Patient Relations Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level patient relations coordinator job?
Focus on any direct patient-facing experience you have, even from volunteering, clinical rotations, or customer service roles in healthcare settings. Employers at this level look for strong interpersonal communication, empathy, and basic knowledge of healthcare operations. A cover letter that speaks to patient advocacy and conflict resolution gives entry level candidates a clear edge over applicants with generic service backgrounds.
Which companies hire entry level patient relations coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level patient relations coordinators right now include El Rio Community Health Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and large medical group practices tend to post the most openings, as they have structured onboarding programs suited to new and junior candidates.
Are there remote entry level patient relations coordinator jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site given the patient-facing nature of the work. About 0% of entry level patient relations coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to focus on phone-based patient outreach, appointment scheduling, or care navigation rather than in-person advocacy.
Are these new grad patient relations coordinator jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates with little to no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically calls for zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or clinical volunteer hours in lieu of full-time history, and may consider a portfolio of relevant coursework or communication projects as a substitute for a long work record.
Which industries hire the most entry level patient relations coordinators?
Entry Level patient relations coordinator roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most entry level hiring because they handle high patient volume, face regulatory pressure to improve patient experience scores, and need junior staff who can grow into more specialized care coordination or advocacy roles over time.