Patient Service Specialist
Company : Select Medical
Location : Boulder, CO, 80301-1817
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Overview
Patient Service Specialist
This position will help support clinics in Boulder and Longmont
Select Physical Therapy is looking for a full time teammate to help support a growing community! We offer flexible schdules, no weekends and opportunities for growth! Reach out and apply if you are a self motivated, good communicator looking for work life balance and a solid team environment!
Location: Home Clinic - 3434 47th Street, Suite 107, Boulder, CO 80301
Position Type: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday (7am-6pm)
Compensation: $18.00 - $19.00 based on experience
Why Join Us: (benefits for full-time at 32+ hours/week)
- Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
Check out the video below for additional insight into the work of our Patient Service Specialists!
Responsibilities
- Greet and register patients and provide information about what to expect during their visit and information about their next appointment as they check out
- Schedule patient appointments in person and via phone
- Regular communication with parties such as attorney offices, insurance companies and translation companies, market operational leaders and business development team
- Collect co-pays from patients, manage payer approvals and conduct insurance authorizations and verifications
Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 Year of Front Desk Experience
- 1 Year of Medical Office Experience
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to walk, stand, bend, and reach consistently throughout a work day/shift
- Appropriate manual dexterity to enable typing (including10-key) throughout a work day/shift
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs, safely, from ground to waist using proper body mechanics
- Ability to carry office supplies up to 10lbs
- Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people and understand written direction
- Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions
Additional Data
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Go Anywhere with Us! 1900 centers in 39 states offering internal movement
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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Frequently asked questions
While a high school diploma is required, Boulder employers often value candidates with medical office experience or certifications like CPC or CMA. These credentials can enhance your understanding of clinical procedures and improve your competitiveness in the local healthcare job market.
Boulder’s growing healthcare community creates steady demand for Patient Service Specialists. With multiple clinics and wellness centers expanding, qualified candidates with strong communication skills often find favorable hiring prospects and opportunities to advance within local health systems.
Mastering appointment scheduling, insurance verification, and patient communication is crucial. Additionally, familiarity with medical terminology and proficiency in multi-line phone systems are highly valuable. These abilities ensure smooth patient flow and effective coordination in fast-paced clinical environments.
Patient Service Specialists can advance to roles like Patient Services Manager or Medical Staff Specialist by gaining experience and additional healthcare certifications. Developing expertise in patient relations and administrative management often opens pathways to leadership positions within clinical settings.
Select Medical offers structured mentorship and orientation programs, fostering skill development and smooth onboarding. Their focus on flexible schedules and growth opportunities supports a balanced work-life environment, encouraging career progression within their network of over 1900 centers nationwide.
Select Medical emphasizes no weekend shifts with a Monday-Friday schedule, enhancing work-life balance. Combined with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this makes their Patient Service Specialist position appealing compared to other local clinics with less flexibility.
In Boulder, Patient Service Specialists generally earn between $17 and $20 per hour. Select Medical’s range of $18.00 to $19.00 per hour aligns well within this market standard, reflecting competitive compensation for experience and skills in the region.
Working with Select Medical involves extensive interaction with insurance companies, attorneys, and translation services, adding complexity beyond standard appointment scheduling. This role demands strong multitasking and communication abilities to manage diverse administrative responsibilities efficiently.
Handling insurance authorization delays can be complex, requiring patience and clear communication with payers and patients. Proactively verifying coverage and maintaining detailed records help mitigate issues, ensuring appointments proceed smoothly without unexpected billing surprises.
Situated near central Boulder, this location offers convenient access via public transit and major roadways. However, peak traffic hours may affect commute times, so prospective employees might explore flexible scheduling or carpool options to optimize daily travel.