Part Time Lead Customer Service Representative

UnitedHealth Group•Boston, MA

8h•$20 - $36•Remote

About The Position

This position is Remote in Massachusetts. You will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges. 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. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Under general supervision as a Team Lead, coordinates the daily support operations of one or more clinical areas or groups. Primarily acts as a Patient Service Representative and performs the full duties associated with this role. Is a resource for other support staff and may fill in for staff as needed to provide appropriate coverage of the department. Takes lead role in ensuring department workflow is of a high quality. This position is part time (20 hours / week) Saturday - Sunday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 10-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 7:30 am - 6:00 pm (10 hour shift, 30 minutes lunch break). We offer 4 - 6 weeks of paid training. The hours during training will be either weekends or weeknights. Training will be conducted virtually from your home.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED OR equivalent work experience
Must be 18 years of age OR older
3+ years experience in a customer service role
Experience working in a healthcare office setting
2+ years experience in a high volume call center
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of medical terminology
Must be able to work weekends
Ability to work part time (20 hours / week) during our normal business hours of 7:30 am - 6:00 pm (10 hour shift, 30 minutes lunch break), Saturday - Sunday.
Reside within Massachusetts
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.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients and medical professionals required.
Strong problem solving and complex patient management
Strong critical thinking skills
Ability to handle escalations
Ability to multitask
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Nice To Haves

Experience with electronic medical records systems (EPIC)

Responsibilities

Exhibits high level of technical skill and functions as resource for other clinical and / OR administrative support members.
Taking upwards of 80-100 incoming calls per shift
Performs mainly as a Patient Service Representative with additional leadership responsibilities.
Helps ensures appropriate coverage in the event of an unplanned absence
Will need to be cross-trained for the PD Telecom Department as needed.
Implements operational procedures in accordance with established guidelines. May recommend minor modifications to standard procedures.
Directs support to staff to assure departmental effectiveness and efficiency. Guides staff understanding of current workflow and ensures workflow are implemented correctly.
Suggests changes in standard work when there is an observed need.
Provides input into performance reviews.
May assist with monitoring of phone performance and service observations. May require knowledge of phone reporting systems and protocols.
May act as point of contact for patient inquiries, problems and complaints. Refers complex issues to appropriate resources.
Oversees routine data and information flow for the unit and notifies supervisor of any deviations.
May assist in orientation of new PSR / staff, including telephone use, standard workflows, and medical records system.
May collect data for use in the management decision-making process. Completes standard reports required for the management of the unit.
May act as supervisor in absence of actual supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.