Customer Service Representative

This position is Remote in MST or CST Time Zones, OR in one (1) of the following states: WA, OR, NV, MI, IN, OH, WV, PA, VT, ME, NH, MA, RI, CT, NJ, DE, MD, DC, VA, NC, SC, GA, or FL. You will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

Positions in this function are responsible for providing expertise and customer service support to callers. Direct phone-based customer interaction to answer and resolve a wide variety of inquiries. This job requires working independently and most tasks are not continuously reviewed by others. Supervision/guidance is required for higher level tasks.

This position is full-time. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any 8-hour work shifts between the hours of 8:00AM-5:30PM PST, Monday through Friday. This may not necessarily be within the individual’s time zone in which he/she resides as it is based upon client need and the time zone in which the client operates.

We offer on the job training. The hours of the training will be aligned with your schedule. 

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Answers inbound phone calls while providing a high-quality patient/caller experience.
• Reviewing patient liability questions and concerns.
• Schedules, reschedules and cancels appointments.
• Performs referral coordination including completing Open Referrals and/or referral tracking queue.
• Works all assigned work timely according to department standards and documents all actions in the system.
• Registers new patients, verifies patient demographics and health insurance, updates patient information in designated databases.
• Responds to general information requests and/or inquiries from patients, physicians, medical offices and other callers.
• Communicates effectively and in a professional manner.
• Processes all work-related responsibilities in an efficient, timely and accurate manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED 
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• 1+ years of experience in a call center answering customer service inquiries regarding healthcare
• Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to navigate and learn new and complex computer system applications
• Flexibility to work any 8-hour shifts between the hours of 8:00AM-5:30PM PST. This may not necessarily be within the individual’s time zone in which he/she resides as it is based upon client need and the time zone in which the client operates.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using EPIC

 

Telecommuting Requirements: 

• Reside within the Mountain or Central Time Zones, OR in one (1) of the following states: Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, District of Columbia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, or Florida
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable) 
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy. 
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service.

 

Soft Skills:

• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Empathy

 

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 – $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. 

 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes – an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

 

 

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.