Clinic Support Specialist Rapid City, South Dakota | Full‑Time | $19–$22/hour Mission‑Driven | Patient‑Centered | Scheduled On‑Call (paid separately)
About Project Recovery Project Recovery is an innovative substance use disorder clinic grounded in harm reduction, trauma‑informed care, and low‑barrier access. Our team is committed to meeting people where they are and supporting recovery with dignity, respect, and evidence‑based treatment. We’re growing — and we’re looking for a Clinic Support Specialist who wants to make a meaningful impact every day.
The Role Clinic Support Specialists are the operational backbone of our clinic. You’ll help patients navigate care, support providers, troubleshoot issues in real time, and ensure the clinic runs smoothly. If you enjoy problem‑solving, multitasking, and helping people feel supported, this role is a great fit.
What You’ll Do

Maintain smooth daily clinic flow and a welcoming patient experience
Support new and returning patients with pre‑visit and post‑visit needs
Troubleshoot telemedicine issues and assist patients with virtual care
Coordinate care logistics, referrals, and provider follow‑up
Manage communication across phone, EMR, fax, and other platforms
Process EMR tasks, patient messages, referrals, and external documents
Complete prior authorizations (training provided)
Assist with financial eligibility and pharmacy documentation
Perform CLIA‑waived testing and coordinate lab send‑outs
Prepare patient education materials

Front Desk Responsibilities

Greet and check in patients
Answer phones and direct calls
Schedule and confirm appointments
Verify insurance and patient information
Collect and document required forms

What You Bring

Experience in customer service or healthcare (preferred, not required)
Strong organization and attention to detail
Ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment
Comfort learning new systems and technology
Clear, professional communication
A patient‑centered mindset and willingness to learn
Reliability, adaptability, and teamwork
Interest in harm reduction or behavioral health is a plus

Requirements

Must be able to pass a background check in accordance with healthcare regulations
Ability to participate in scheduled on‑call rotation
- On‑call compensation is paid separately from hourly wages

What We Offer

A supportive, inclusive, mission‑driven workplace
Meaningful work supporting access to life‑saving treatment
Opportunities for growth within a multidisciplinary team
Full benefits: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
Separate compensation for scheduled on‑call rotation

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experience. Project Recovery is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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