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Customer Advocate I

Role overview

Qualifications

  • High school diploma OR GED
  • 6 months customer service experience OR 6 months experience in an office environment
  • Data entry and/or typing experience
  • Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Assist members and physicians by responding to telephone and written inquiries
  • Conduct research as needed
  • Spend approximately 85% of the scheduled time on the phone
  • Make independent decisions based on inquiries

Key facts

Other skills

  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Analytical Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Decision Making
  • Social Skills

About the company

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Health Care Service Corporation

Health Insurance (Payers)

Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company (HCSC), is an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. We are the largest customer-owned health insurer in the United States, serving more than 18.6 million members through our Plans in Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. For nearly a century, we have enabled and coordinated the access to quality care for millions of members. Our experience and industry knowledge establishes a solid foundation for our future—driving innovations that further expand access, improve health outcomes, and reduce costs. Embedded within the fabric of how we operate is a deep sense of caring and commitment that informs how we serve our members, engage in local communities, and deliver positive change to the health care industry. As health care needs evolve, we leverage our portfolio of companies to deliver differentiated value to all industry stakeholders so that, together, we make more possible. Join HCSC and discover what new ways of thinking can mean for you, your community, our customers and our organization: HCSC.com/careers. We are an Equal Opportunity Employment / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to an inclusive, drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Drug screening and background investigation are required, as allowed by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryHealth Insurance (Payers)
Company size10001

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Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.

Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary

Under supervision, this position is responsible for working on the phone all day in a call center to assist members and physicians by responding to telephone and written inquiries in a prompt, accurate and objective manner. Duties include: conducting research; spends approximately 85% of the scheduled time on the phone according to business need.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma OR GED.
  • 6 months customer service experience OR 6 months experience in an office environment.
  • Data entry and/or typing experience.
  • Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Analytical and organizational skills and independent decision making skills.
  • Ability to spend approximately 90% of the scheduled time on the phone according to business needs and sit for long periods of time with scheduled breaks.


​PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • 9 months customer service experience.
  • Experience working with various lines of business, i.e. CDHP, Medicare, Wellness, and Disease Management.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to change.
  • Referral preference given to applicants able to take and meet testing criteria.

Additional Note:

This role will start onsite in our Houston office. After 12- 15 weeks of training the role will move to work from home. The work schedule will fall within Monday - Friday 8am-5pm.

Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at HCSC about our Employee Referral process!

Pay Transparency Statement:

At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees.  Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards.

The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.

HCSC Employment Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Base Pay Range

$17.75 - $28.39

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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