Herisau
Intern in Patient Administration (m/f/d) 60% - Appenzell Ausserrhoden Hospital Network
- 31 October 2026
- 60%
- Herisau
Job summary
Join the Spitalverbund AR, a key healthcare provider in the Appenzell region. Great opportunity to gain experience in a supportive work environment.
Tasks
- Manage and process patient data at the Psychiatrisches Zentrum.
- Handle invoicing and creditor information efficiently.
- Assist with administrative tasks and communication with stakeholders.
Skills
- Completion of mandatory schooling and proficient in MS Office required.
- Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented individual sought.
- Strong German language skills and IT affinity essential.
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About the job
The AR Hospital Network
The Appenzell Ausserrhoden Hospital Network, with the Herisau Acute Hospital and the AR Psychiatric Centre in Herisau, ensures extended basic medical care for the population in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden and is also the first point of contact for a large part of the population in the surrounding region. Both locations are relevant for care within the canton and beyond.
We are looking for
Under the education leadership of Ms Sarah Tihanyi, Ms Rahel Borgogno is seeking an intern for patient administration at the Psychiatric Centre location in Herisau from 1 January 2027 for a period of 6-12 months.
Your tasks
- Recording and processing patient data
- Recording and processing creditors (third-party invoices)
- Recording and processing cost approvals
- Invoicing of assigned areas
- Collaboration/back office at reception
- Written and oral clarifications with insurance companies, authorities and patients
- General administrative tasks
- Electronic archiving
That is why we want you
- You have completed compulsory schooling.
- You have proficient skills in common MS Office programmes and are interested in the contexts of the Swiss healthcare system.
- You are a reliable, team-oriented and motivated personality and have good German language skills.
- A responsible and careful working style characterises you as well as your affinity for handling various IT applications.
- You bring good teamwork skills and gladly support your colleagues with your helpful nature.
Additionally, you benefit from
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