Part time Customer Service Representative

This position is Remote in Ohio. If you are located within commutable distance to the office at Cuyahoga Falls, OH, you will have the flexibility to work remotely
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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.

Customer Service Representative is the primary liaison between the patients and Providers both outside and during regular business hours. Responsible resolving issues and managing any communication between hospitals, emergency rooms, and other Providers as needed. Care is recorded and managed within the scope of the Electronic Medical Record.

This position is part-time, every other Saturday & Sunday. Business Operation is 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Employees are required to work an 8 hour shift schedule between the hours of 4 PM - 12:00 AM EST. Candidates will also be scheduled to work every other holiday. Overtime is based on business need.

We offer up to 4 weeks of on the job training aligned to your schedule.

• Answers all calls by greeting patients appropriately and listening actively for patient issues.
• Follow protocols as written for correctly recording and delivering messages.
• Provide patients with information on expected outcome of call.
• Verify patient information and record all call information within the EMR as per written protocols.
• Cancel appointments as per patient request.
• Page individual Providers as needed per protocol.
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned.
• Must maintain confidentiality of patient, employee or financial records.

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.

• High School Diploma / GED
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• Customer Service experience
• Ability to operate the phone system, computers, and other related business equipment
• Ability to work every other Saturday & Sunday. Business Operation is 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Employees are required to work an 8 hr shift schedule between the hours of 4 PM - 12:00 AM EST. Candidates will also be scheduled to work every other holiday.

• Medical Assistant experience
• 1+ years of medical receptionist experience
• 6+ months of experience with working in a call center environment

• Reside within 50 miles distance to the office at Cuyahoga Falls, OH
• 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 United Health Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to United Health 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…