Call Center Specialist I | Patient Call Center

Monument Health•Rapid City, SD

3d•$18 - $20

About The Position

The Call Center Specialist I serves as the first point of contact for patients, families, and providers. This role ensures accurate information, empathetic communication, and efficient resolution of inquiries related to appointments, insurance, billing, and healthcare services. Opportunity for performance-based bonuses tied to quality, efficiency, and patient satisfaction metrics. This position reports to the Call Center Supervisor(s). Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include: Supportive work culture Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account Instant pay is available for qualifying positions Paid Time Off Accrual Bank Opportunities for growth and advancement Tuition assistance/reimbursement Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions Flexible scheduling

Requirements

Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Nice To Haves

Work Experience - 1+ years Customer Service Experience
1+ years Call Center Experience
1+ years Medical Patient Accounts/Financial Services Experience

Responsibilities

Answer inbound calls and respond to patient inquiries with professionalism and empathy.
Schedule, reschedule, and confirm patient appointments using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Verify insurance coverage and assist with billing questions.
Provide accurate information about healthcare services, policies, and procedures.
Document all interactions in compliance with HIPAA and organizational standards.
De-escalate complex issues for resolution.
Support outbound call campaigns (appointment reminders, follow-ups, patient satisfaction surveys).
Maintain performance metrics including call handling time, quality assurance, abandonment rates, and patient satisfaction scores.
Apply a systemic perspective to problem-solving, recognizing how call center operations impact patient care, compliance, and organizational efficiency.
All other duties as assigned.