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Patient Concierge Agent (Inbound Appointment Setter)

Remote Patient Concierge Agent role for a healthcare marketing company, handling inbound patient enquiries and scheduling consultations, working Australian business hours.

Can a South African apply?

The employer’s own job board lists this role’s eligible location as:

South Africa (Remote)

Taken from the structured location field on the employer’s job board, not from the wording of the advert, when we last checked it on 2026-09-27. Employers change eligibility without notice — the employer’s page is the authority, not this one.

What it pays

Competitive salary based on experience and suitability.

No figure we could read as a number, so it is quoted as written.

The full posting

Reproduced from the employer’s own listing, unedited.

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About the Opportunity

A rapidly growing patient acquisition and healthcare marketing business is seeking Patient Concierge Agents to join its remote team. The company partners with specialty surgical practices and helps convert inbound patient enquiries into booked consultations through exceptional patient communication and follow-up.

Operating across multiple healthcare sectors, including bariatric surgery, LASIK, ophthalmology, and cataract services, the business delivers a high-touch patient experience by responding quickly to enquiries, nurturing leads through the decision-making process, and scheduling consultations directly with medical specialists.

As the company expands its presence within the Australian market, it is looking for reliable, customer-focused professionals who can provide outstanding service and support to prospective patients.

Key Responsibilities

Respond promptly to inbound patient enquiries via phone, SMS, and email.

Build trust and rapport with prospective patients.

Provide high-level information regarding medical procedures and consultation processes.

Follow up consistently with prospective patients throughout their decision-making journey.

Schedule consultations directly into provider calendars.

Maintain accurate records within company systems and CRM platforms.

Deliver an exceptional patient experience throughout every interaction.

Meet appointment booking and follow-up objectives.

Work independently within a fully remote environment.

Collaborate with the operations team to ensure seamless patient communication.

Requirements

Essential

Excellent spoken and written English.

Outstanding telephone manner with a warm, friendly, and professional communication style.

Proven reliability, strong attendance, and excellent time management.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Strong customer service orientation.

Comfortable speaking with patients regarding healthcare and surgical services.

Reliable high-speed internet connection and dedicated home office setup.

Strong organisational and follow-up skills.

Advantageous

Previous experience in appointment setting.

Experience in customer service or customer experience roles.

Inbound sales experience.

Call centre experience.

Patient coordination or healthcare administration experience.

Experience working with Australian, UK, or US customers.

Experience working remotely.

What Success Looks Like

Consistent and dependable attendance.

Prompt response times to patient enquiries.

High-quality patient interactions and communication.

Strong consultation booking performance.

Excellent follow-up discipline and task management.

Positive feedback from patients and internal stakeholders.

Working Hours

Full-time remote position.

Australian business hours (AEST).

Shift schedules will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

Candidates must be comfortable working Australian-aligned hours.

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience and suitability.

Performance-based bonus opportunities.

Long-term remote opportunity within a growing international business.

Ongoing training and support provided.

Application Requirements

Please provide

Updated CV.

Introduction video outlining your background and communication style.

Confirmation of remote working setup and internet reliability.

Details of relevant customer service, appointment-setting, or patient-facing experience.

Notice period and availability to start.

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