via Indeed · 16 September 2026 ·3 days ago

Business Services Associate – Patient Helpdesk

Circle Health Group
Cheadle Full-time
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  • Closing date04/10/2026

  • HoursFull time

  • Role TypePermanent
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Circle Business Services \- Cheadle

Overview

Business Services Associate \- Patient Helpdesk

Circle Business Services \- Cheadle

37\.5 Hours \& Permanent

Salary: Up to £25,206\.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Circle Business Services is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals \& clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Business Services Advisor to join their team of staff in the Patient Helpdesk department.

This is a full time role for 37\.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

  • Handle inbound calls on our ‘Patient Payments’ and ‘Patient Queries’ phone lines relating to the invoices we raise for treatment

  • Provide excellent customer service whilst managing a high level of enquiries

  • Liaise with internal and external departments within Circle Health Group to resolve queries concerning patients’ invoice accounts.

  • Follow up on queries in a prompt manner either by telephone or email

  • Maintain positive working relationships across Business Services and the wider finance function.

  • Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, financial regulations, internal audit standards and company policies.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline Credit Control processes and enhance efficiency.

  • Complete all role\-related and mandatory training and support ad\-hoc tasks as requested by management.
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle queries professionally and effectively.

  • Experience using financial systems and Microsoft Excel at basic to intermediate level.

  • Strong technology skills with the ability to enter, report, store and manage data accurately.

  • Ability to manage workload effectively, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

  • Good numerical, analytical and literacy skills.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above.

  • Ability to work effectively within established procedures and controls.

  • Good organisational and time management skills.

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Salary \& Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

  • 25 days holiday per year \+ bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service

  • Private Pension Scheme

  • Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre\-existing medical conditions

  • Friends \& Family Hospital Discounts

  • Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity \& Adoption pay

  • Non\-contributory life insurance

  • Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits

  • Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing

  • Employee recognition programmes

  • Industry leading training and development opportunities
…and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles…and more.

We’re passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why\-circle/our\-philosophy

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