Homeoffice Customer Service Representative (Part Time)

About The Role

As a Remote Customer Service Representative and become an essential player in the vital prior authorization process. In this dynamic role, you will be the first point of contact for our customers, handling incoming calls with a blend of professionalism and care. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include responding to customer inquiries, resolving complaints, and fulfilling requests with precision and adherence to our strict internal policies and procedures.

Your role is not just about answering calls—it's about creating a positive impact with every interaction. With your deep understanding of the hiring company's services, you will be equipped to offer solutions and support that go beyond the ordinary, striving not only to meet but to exceed productivity and quality standards. If you are ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards you, enhancing our company's commitment to outstanding customer support, we look forward to your application.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of internal policies, procedures, and services, encompassing both departmental and operational aspects.
• Efficiently utilize automated systems for logging and retrieving information, ensuring accurate and timely data entry for electronic faxes.
• Handle inquiries from customers or providers through various channels such as telephone, email, fax, or mail, delivering responses within specified turnaround times.
• Respond to telephone inquiries and complaints promptly, accurately, and courteously, strictly adhering to standard operating procedures.
• Engage with hospitals, physicians, beneficiaries, and other program recipients to facilitate effective communication.
• Investigate and resolve customer problems, escalating challenging situations to the appropriate party when necessary.
• Meet or exceed standards for call volume and service level as per department guidelines.
• Initiate files by collecting and entering demographic, provider, and procedure information into the system.
• Act as a liaison between Review Supervisors and external providers, fostering collaborative relationships.
• Maintain detailed logs and document the disposition of incoming and outgoing calls, ensuring accurate record-keeping.

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of medical terminology course(s) is beneficial.
• Minimum of 2 + years of customer service/telephone experience in a similar call center environment and/or industry.
• Proficient verbal and listening skills, ensuring courteous and professional customer service.
• Effective PC skills, including proficiency in electronic mail, intranet, and industry-standard applications.
• Fluent in English with clear telephone communication abilities.
• Competent use of phone systems.
• Strong research and investigative skills.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is advantageous.
• Adherence to confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Ease in navigating and utilizing electronic equipment and systems.
• Ability to multitask on a personal computer while engaging in telephone conversations.
• Capability to work efficiently in a fast-paced call center environment.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm and courteous when handling challenging calls and requests.

Additional Qualifications (Nice to Have):

• Successful completion of medical terminology course(s).
• Knowledge of medical terminology and/or experience in the health insurance industry.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.

Why Them

Join our team to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. We offer meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives nationwide, along with the support and tools you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Salary Range

The compensation for this role is $18.00 per hour.