Physician Relations & Patient Experience Specialist

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Build Relationships. Improve Patient Care. Make a Difference.

Now Hiring: Physician Relations & Patient Experience Specialist

Do you love building relationships, solving problems, and creating exceptional customer experiences?

Northwest Eyes Surgeons is looking for a Physician Relations & Patient Experience Specialist to serve as the bridge between our specialists, referring providers, and patients. This role will support our Mount Vernon, Bellingham, and Smokey Point locations, helping strengthen physician partnerships and ensure every referred patient experiences seamless, concierge-level care from referral to follow-up.

In this highly visible role, you'll build and maintain strong relationships with referring providers, collaborate across teams, and help make healthcare easier for both providers and patients. If you're energized by connecting with people, solving problems, and creating exceptional experiences, we'd love to meet you.

As our Physician Relations & Patient Experience Specialist, you will:

• Develop trusted relationships with referring physicians and their office teams.
• Visit provider offices, educate referral partners, and strengthen long-term partnerships.
• Guide patients through the referral process, removing barriers and ensuring timely access to care.
• Coordinate communication between providers, patients, and our clinical teams.
• Ensure referring physicians receive timely updates, consultation notes, and operative reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and elevate the referral experience.
• Serve as the voice of both our providers and patients by sharing feedback that drives continuous improvement.

Relationship-focused and enjoys networking with medical professionals

Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service

Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities

Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team

A strong communicator who builds trust quickly

Requirements

Qualifications

• Three or more years of healthcare experience, preferably working with physician offices, referrals, patient navigation, or customer service.
• Experience building professional relationships and coordinating across multiple departments.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with EMRs, CRM systems, or referral management software is a plus.
• Ophthalmology or specialty practice experience is preferred but not required.

At Northwest Eye Surgeons, we believe exceptional patient care begins with exceptional relationships. You'll join a collaborative team that values service, innovation, and making healthcare easier for both patients and providers.

If you're looking for a career where your ability to build relationships truly makes an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create an exceptional experience for every patient and every provider.

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Salary Description

$32 - $38 Hourly