Customer Advocate - Health Plan Member Services

Customer Advocate 1

The Customer Advocate 1, under general supervision, communicates to Members and Providers policy and procedures and services of the Health Plan (Plan), and handles any complaints concerning the Plan by the membership. This position works on the Members' behalf to resolve any issues and concerns by going the extra mile, when needed. The pay range for this position is $15.58 (entry-level qualifications) - $19.48 (highly experienced).

The specific rate will depend upon the successful candidate's specific qualifications and prior experience.

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Under general supervision, communicates to Members and Providers policies, procedures and services of the Plan to ensure complete knowledge of the Plan. Helps Members with access to the Plan system, and helps members pick an appropriate physician, and help with appointments.
• Must adhere to call handling goals of 93% of calls answered within 30 seconds. Helps and adheres to call abandonment rate of less than five percent (5%) with average hold time not to exceed 2 minutes based on regulatory requirements. Within 60 days of employment on the floor, must meet monthly quality goal of ninety-two percent (90%) or greater based on two percent (2%) of calls monitored.
  
  Helps and meets schedule adherence goals based on department policy successful completion of proficiency testing following initial Advocate training.
• Serves as a primary contact for benefits, claims status and simple drug inquiries for Personal Plans with working knowledge of other products, based on first contact resolution guidelines. Verifies demographic information on all inquiries and updates the Plan system.
• Helps Members with concerns and effectively works toward a resolution before the concern escalates to a complaint.
• Accesses appropriate sources to obtain benefit information requested by Member and Providers.
• Acts as liaison between Members, Providers and billing offices, with follow through to resolve issues.
• Accurately documents phone log records for each inquiry with appropriate messaging based on department standards.

Key Success Factors:

• Requires successful completion of proficiency testing following initial Advocate training.
• Must successfully complete Customer Service training and successfully pass proficiency exam to maintain CSA position.
• Must successfully complete spelling, grammar and basic computer skills testing during job interview.
• Must be proficient in typing and basic computer skills.
• Perform well in a fast-paced, stressful routine work environment.
• Must have good phone etiquette and uses effective communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Must be familiar with policies, procedures and new products offered by Marketing and completes training as required.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Must be knowledgeable in public relations with a diverse customer base.
• Must be able to problem solve and act as advocate for the customer.
• Shifts range from 7 am to 8 pm Monday
  - Friday and during Open Enrollment - there are weekend hour shift from 7 am to 8 pm (October
  - March). After training, you will work 40 hours per week. Your shift can be scheduled anytime during the open hours and any date of the week (Monday thru Sunday).
• Targeted Start Date would be October 5, 2026.

Qualifications:

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.