ISTA Personnel Solutions
Healthcare
PatientSupportSpecialist
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“Patient Support Specialist at ISTA Personnel Solutions. Skills: Patient Support, Patient Adherence, Patient Engagement. Engaging with patients telephonically to support and encourage adherence to their care plans. Acting as a compassionate point of contact for patients”
Industry & Context.
Working Hours: Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST, work on both South African and U. S. public holidays, Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download), ability to support a wired Ethernet connection, Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outages
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Previous healthcare, patient support, or medical administration experience, Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, empathy and bedside manner, Ability to handle sensitive conversations professionally, Comfortable working in a fast-paced remote environment, Computer literate with administrative skills, A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download), ability to support a wired Ethernet connection, A reliable power backup solution
Nice to Have
Medical Practice Management, Nursing, Pharmacist Assistance, Healthcare Coordination, Patient Liaison, Case Management, Psychology or Social Work, Healthcare Administration
What You'll Do.
Engaging with patients telephonically to support and encourage adherence to their care plans
Acting as a compassionate point of contact for patients
Helping patients understand treatment plans
and the importance of following medical guidance
Conduct patient follow-up calls
Support patients in understanding and following care plans
Encourage treatment and medication adherence
Build rapport with patients while maintaining professionalism
Escalate concerns or patient risks where necessary
Maintain accurate documentation and patient notes
Provide compassionate and patient-centred support
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
Full Job Description
ISTA Personnel Solutions is a dynamic and fast-growing BPO company. We are not a recruitment agency. We partner with international US clients and integrate our staff members directly within our clients' operations. We focus on long-term placements where you contribute directly to the client's success. We are seeking a **Patient Support Specialist** on behalf of our US-based client, a leading provider of innovative mental health and wellness treatments, including FDA-approved ketamine infusion therapy and Spravato (esketamine) treatments. The clinic serves patients struggling with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and chronic pain, offering compassionate, medically supervised care. You will be embedded within the client’s operations, serving as a vital point of contact for patients throughout their treatment journey, ensuring they remain supported, informed, and engaged with the care plans designed for them. This role is ideal for someone with a strong healthcare background, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for patient care and support. **Role Summary** As a **Patient Support Specialist** , you will be responsible for engaging with patients telephonically to support and encourage adherence to their care plans. You will act as a compassionate point of contact for patients, helping them understand treatment plans, medication routines, and the importance of following medical guidance. This is not a sales role. We are looking for someone with empathy, patience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to build trust with patients. **PLEASE NOTE:** * **Working Hours:** **Monday – Friday** | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM **EST** (3**:00 PM – 0:00 AM South African time** – _subject to change in accordance with daylight savings in the United States as well as the operational requirements of the Company_). * **Salary Range:** This position offers between **R18 000 - R27 000 GROSS** (before deductions), depending on experience. Please note that there
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