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Russell Tobin is hiring a Provider Support Specialist to support a growing Provider Services team in Lehi, UT . In this role, you'll be a primary point of contact for healthcare providers and their ...

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Lehi, UT · On-site

$22 - $23.15/hr

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Lehi, UT · On-site

$22 - $23.15/hr

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How much do provider support specialist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for provider support specialist in the United States is $24.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a provider support specialist?

Provider Support Specialists are professionals who assist healthcare providers, such as doctors and nurses, with administrative and operational tasks. Their responsibilities often include managing patient records, coordinating appointments, handling insurance documentation, and ensuring efficient communication between medical staff and patients. They play a crucial role in keeping healthcare facilities organized and helping providers deliver effective patient care. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

What does a provider support specialist do?

A Provider Support Specialist typically manages administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, verifying patient insurance, maintaining accurate medical records, and coordinating communication between healthcare providers and patients. They play a crucial role in ensuring that providers have the necessary information and resources to deliver effective patient care. By handling these essential support functions, Provider Support Specialists help streamline workflow, reduce administrative burdens on clinical staff, and enhance the overall efficiency of the healthcare team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a provider support specialist?

To thrive as a Provider Support Specialist, you need a solid understanding of healthcare operations, customer service experience, and often an associate’s degree in a related field. Familiarity with healthcare management systems, electronic health records (EHR), and scheduling software is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail help you efficiently support providers and resolve issues. These skills ensure smooth provider operations, enhance patient care delivery, and maintain compliance within healthcare organizations.

What is the difference between Provider Support Specialist vs Customer Service Representative?

AspectProvider Support SpecialistCustomer Service Representative
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; healthcare or insurance knowledge often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; customer service experience
Work EnvironmentHealthcare or insurance companies, provider officesRetail, call centers, various industries
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers, insurance companiesBroadly used across multiple industries
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on provider relations, healthcare supportFocuses on general customer support

The Provider Support Specialist typically works within healthcare or insurance settings, focusing on provider relations and support. In contrast, Customer Service Representatives handle general customer inquiries across various industries. While both roles require strong communication skills, the Provider Support Specialist often needs healthcare or insurance knowledge, making it more specialized.

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States with the most job openings for Provider Support Specialist jobs include:

Infographic showing various Provider Support Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $51,399 per year, or $24.7 per hour.

Provider Support Specialist

Lehi, UT • On-site

Russell Tobin
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees

$22 - $23/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

About the Opportunity

Are you experienced in healthcare provider support, medical claims, or healthcare operations? Russell Tobin is hiring a Provider Support Specialist to support a growing Provider Services team in Lehi, UT.



In this role, you'll be a primary point of contact for healthcare providers and their staff, helping them navigate claims, benefits, eligibility, prior authorizations, billing, and other administrative processes. You'll investigate complex issues, work with internal teams to find solutions, and help improve the overall provider experience.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of relevant healthcare experience, strong knowledge of healthcare claims and insurance processes, and the ability to independently resolve complex issues.



📍 Location: Lehi, UT (Hybrid – onsite at least 2 weekdays/week)

💰 Pay: $22.00–$23.00/hour

📅 Contract Opportunity with potential for permanent employment



Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a primary liaison for healthcare providers and their staff through phone and provider portal messaging.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with provider offices.
  • Investigate and resolve inquiries related to claim submission, claim status, and adjudication.
  • Assist with benefit and plan interpretation, member cost-sharing, and billing questions.
  • Handle questions involving prior authorizations, coordination of benefits, appeals, and overpayment recoupment.
  • Verify and communicate patient eligibility, coverage details, and accumulator balances.
  • Accurately document all interactions, research, and resolutions in internal systems.
  • Collaborate with Claims, Product, Network, and other teams to resolve provider issues.
  • Identify trends and recurring issues and escalate systemic problems for root-cause analysis.
  • Contribute to improvements in workflows, tools, training materials, and internal processes.
  • Educate providers on self-service tools and best practices.
  • Meet established SLAs for response and resolution times.



Qualifications

2+ years of experience in healthcare operations, provider support, or medical claims

✅ Strong understanding of claims adjudication, eligibility, and prior authorization processes

✅ Experience in provider-facing or B2B healthcare support strongly preferred

✅ Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly

✅ Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to navigate ambiguous situations

✅ Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

✅ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

✅ Experience working independently in a remote or hybrid setting

✅ Familiarity with HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements



Preferred Experience

  • Availity, Zelis, or similar clearinghouse platforms
  • Contact center or case management systems
  • CRM or healthcare support systems
  • Understanding of common claim denial reasons and healthcare payment cycles
  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration or a related field, or equivalent experience

Tools & Systems

You'll work with or have the opportunity to learn:

  • Provider portals and clearinghouses, such as Availity and Zelis
  • CRM and case management systems
  • Internal knowledge bases and documentation tools



If you're looking to use your healthcare claims, provider support, or healthcare operations experience in a role where you can solve complex problems, build provider relationships, and contribute to process improvements, we'd love to hear from you!

📩 Apply today or message us to learn more!


About Us

Russell Tobin is a leading staffing and recruiting agency connecting talented professionals with top companies across finance, technology, operations, customer service, and more. We partner with clients and candidates throughout the hiring process to create the right match and support career growth.

Russell Tobin is part of the Pride Global family of companies, providing access to a broad talent network and workforce solutions.


What We Offer

Pride Global offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Supplemental insurance (accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity)
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Legal support services
  • Auto, home, and pet insurance options
  • Employee discounts with preferred vendors



More about us:

Equal Employment Opportunity

Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.



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About Russell Tobin

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Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

2010