Customer Engagement Specialist

About the role

THIS JOB POSTING IS PART OF OUR ONGOING HIRING FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES IN OUR 100% REMOTE MEMBER ENGAGEMENT CALL CENTER. BECAUSE WE FREQUENTLY RECRUIT FOR THIS ROLE, WE KEEP THIS POSTING OPEN YEAR-ROUND TO BUILD A STRONG PIPELINE OF QUALIFIED CANDIDATES. IF YOUR EXPERIENCE ALIGNS, WE'LL REACH OUT AS POSITIONS BECOME AVAILABLE.

Responsibilities

• Answer 40-60 inbound calls, responding to inquiries ranging from routine to moderate complexity.
• Capture member information accurately and update systems with complete and concise data.
• Ensure flexibility, stay organized, and comply with constantly changing programs and business rules.
• Investigate issues that cannot be resolved at the time of initial call.
• Collaborate with internal teams to research and follow up with the Member until a resolution occurs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in a healthcare customer service role.
• 1+ year of experience in a high-volume call center.
• Ability to work 40 hours/week, Monday - Friday, with shift availability between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time is required.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook required.
• Capacity to work unencumbered and independently in a home office/virtual environment.
• Internet connection must be through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 50 Mbps download/25 Mbps upload required. *No mobile hot spots permitted.
• Proficiency to navigate multiple computer software/systems and multi-screen functionality with ease.
• Demonstrated sensitivity, empathy, and compassion with Member callers.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA requirements.
• Excellent written communication: ability to document caller interactions in a concise manner.
• Active listening skills while providing exceptional customer service.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to present information in an empathetic, clear, way.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and readily able to adjust to changing situations.
• Able to apply logical thinking when evaluating problems.
• Adept to interacting with diverse populations.

Skills

We Offer Meaningful and challenging work opportunities to accelerate innovation in a secure and compliant way.
Competitive compensation package.
Excellent medical, dental, supplemental health, life and vision coverage for you and your dependents with no wait period.
Life and disability insurance.
A great 401(k) with company match.
Tuition assistance, paid parental leave and backup family care.
Dynamic, modern work environments that promote collaboration and creativity to develop and empower talent.
Flexible time off, dress code, and work location policies to balance your work and life in the ways that suit you best.
Employee Resource Groups that advocate for inclusion and diversity in all that we do.
Social responsibility in all aspects of our work.

Benefits

• This role may also be eligible for benefits, bonuses, and commission. Please visit Avesis Pay Zones for more information on which locations are included in each of our geographic pay zones.
• However, please confirm the zone for your specific location with your recruiter.

Pay

Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate's skills, expertise, or experience. In the United States, we have three geographic pay zones. For this role, our current pay ranges for new hires in each zone are:

• Zone A: $16.68-$27.81
• Zone B: $18.14-$30.24
• Zone C: $19.55-$32.59

Schedule

Our department's purpose is to enhance the member experience by facilitating access to vital dental services, ultimately contributing to better health outcomes in our communities. Through our commitment to customer service, we strive to support those who may face barriers in navigating the healthcare system.