A patient care representative works at the front desk of a hospital, clinic, or similar healthcare facility and provides customer support. As a patient care representative, your job duties vary depending on the employer but may include scheduling appointments, checking insurance information, processing co-payments, and answering patient questions. The career typically requires postsecondary education in a relevant field, such as medical assisting, and on-the-job training. Additional qualifications include prior work experience in a medical setting, knowledge of medical coding and terminology, as well as excellent interpersonal and computer skills.