PSR Float
Company: Family Health Centers of San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s
(FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable,
high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with
a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically
underserved persons. FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally
qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more
than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care
clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical
rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics,
four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile
medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care
centers, and a pharmacy. Our staff provides care to over 227,000
patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are
uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are
not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics,
comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision,
case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for
children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health,
substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including
cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others.
FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered
and in need of intensive case management. The breadth of our clinic
locations, services and programs has grown over the last five
decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health
care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest
community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the
largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based
health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the
San Diego region. Job Roles Effectively manage the patient check-in
and check-out process from start to finish to include
identification verification, update or confirm demographic and
insurance information, and ensure appropriate forms are provided
and completed accurately. Collect specified co-pays and payments
from patients per coverage specifications, and from self-pay
patients. Screen for eligibility and financial assistance. Follow
policies and procedures in collecting and handling cash. Ensure
patient information is placed into the Electronic Health Record
accurately and in a timely manner. Confirm, request, and process
referrals and authorizations for specialty services. Contact
patients to schedule appointments and make reminder/recall
notifications. Respond to customer billing and payment inquiries on
an as needed basis. May escalate billing issues as needed.
Regularly display a proactive approach to customer service by
listening to the patient, taking ownership of solutions, and is
able to accurately identify customer needs through involvement of
leadership in resolving concerns. Perform general clerical duties,
i.e., scanning information, tracking data, receiving and sorting
correspondence and packages in an accurate and efficient manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations High School diploma
or GED equivalent required. Medical Assistant certification, C-NA
certification, or Medical Terminology course preferred. Traveling
between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must
have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof
of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California
law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable
driving record is also required. California law requires all
drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten
days of establishing residency. Reasonable accommodation may be
provided on a case-by-case basis. Mileage and other reimbursement
governed by policy. Experience/Specialized skills (including
Language) 1 – 3 years of experience related to
administrative/clerical support, or customer service required.
Experience in a healthcare environment preferred. Demonstrated
ability to multi-task, be flexible, ensure accuracy, and meet
changing priorities in a fast-paced, high workload environment.
Ability to work both in a team-based environment and independently.
Sound computer literacy to use a computer system to enter
information, manage and schedule appointments, and access
electronic medical record information. Knowledge of cashiering
functions with the ability to record payments and cash received.
Good written and verbal communication skills to include
interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively
with a patient base of varying levels of socio-economic and
cultural diversity. Possess a basic understanding of medical
terminology and procedures preferred. Ability to maintain
confidentiality. Ability to listen well in devoting attention to
patients and medical professionals. Bilingual in English/Spanish
preferred. Ability to be flexible in recognizing and responding
appropriately to changing priorities and situations. IndPSR We are
excited to share that the salary range for this position is: $26.00
- $30.12 Information on our extensive benefits package can be found
here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net) FHCSD provides
Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for
employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal,
state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and
conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation,
and training.
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