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Advocate Aurora Health

PACT Representative I

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What they do

A Healthcare Customer Service Representative responds to customer inquiries about healthcare and provides information about healthcare plans, providers, policies and coverage. Assists customers with questions about healthcare insurance and premiums. Keeps records of customer communications and transactions.

$38,511 / year median in North Carolina

-10% projected decline

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Job Description

PACT Representative I Advocate Aurora Health - 3.6 Winston-Salem, NC Job Details Full-time $21.85 - $32.80 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Patient question and concern management Phone communication Client inquiry handling High school diploma or GED Desktop applications Computer skills Telephone systems Multi-line phone systems Healthcare software applications
Full Job Description Major Responsibilities:
Uses facility/provider information and established policies and procedures to seamlessly link the patient experience between PACT and the practice site. Uses resources and critical thinking skills to assist inbound callers. Makes outbound calls when required or when follow up is deemed necessary. Has the ability to recognize complex problems and questions and escalates for resolution when needed. Performs basic technical troubleshooting in connection to online applications, systems, or access as requested to resolve issues. Responsibilities include scheduling patient appointments and coordinating cancellations, reschedules, and additions to schedules. Obtains demographic and insurance information and verifies insurance coverage. Ensures insurance and patient information obtained is complete and accurate, updating information if necessary, applying acquired knowledge of government and third-party payer requirements. Completes all essential forms, obtains necessary information, such as patient demographic and insurance information. Verifies and updates the medical record with patient information. Identifies emergent calls based on information provided by caller and department procedures. Follows the process for immediate transfer to Registered Nurse for triaging. Responsible for competency in and adherence to guidelines for emergency situations and critical call handling. Determines the needs of patients calling the call center which results in routing patients for triage, scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling appointments, submitting medication refill requests for evaluation, and paging providers and facilities as appropriate. Provides customer service per established departmental standards as measured by patients on post call survey. Asks clarifying questions, presents options or solutions, and understands the level of complexity of the call, escalating only those situations necessary for resolution. Assists with organizational marketing efforts by providing associated information and referral to customer, while maintaining appropriate records for documentation. Conducts regular reporting and updating of the provider and marketing databases. Performs additional duties based on department needs. Maintains knowledge and efficient utilization of all information systems utilized by the department. Licensure, Registration, and/or
Certification Required:
None Education Required:
High School Graduate Experience Required:
Typically requires 0 -1 year experience in a call center, healthcare or other applicable customer service-related area
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Knowledge of customer service and ability to work with a variety of patients and patient situations. Ability to follow workflows while operating in a structured environment Basic knowledge of medical terminology is helpful but not required. Basic understanding of computers and desktop software packages. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling a variety of customer/patient needs. Basic multitasking and problem-solving skills, as well as organization and prioritization skills. Ability to use/manage a multiple-line telephone system. Demonstrated ability for analysis, logical thinking, accuracy and concern for detail. Strong verbal communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse customer population. Ability to provide excellent customer service and follow up. Ability to communicate with customers/patients while researching and documenting the interaction on multiple systems. Ability to work with a variety of customers and actively listen to successfully determine the customer's needs. Ability to resolve customer issues. Ability to work a variety of hours based on departmental business needs.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Must have functional vision, touch, speech, and hearing. Required to sit most of the workday. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Exposed to normal office environment and/or remote work environments This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Must reside in
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This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance