Customer Service Representative – Healthcare (Part Time)

About the role

Maximus is hiring Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) to provide compassionate, reliable support to individuals navigating healthcare programs. You’ll assist some of the most vulnerable members of our community, helping them understand and access complex healthcare benefits. Maximus offers paid, thorough training to prepare you for success. This position is on‑site in Phoenix, AZ, and requires physical presence at the worksite for effective collaboration, communication, and supervision. Remote or at‑home work options are not available until after at least one year of employment with above‑average performance, based on program criteria and company discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provides customer service for basic and routine inquiries and problems via multiple possible channels (i.e. telephone, emails, web chats, or written letters).
• Calls are basic and routine.
• Uses computerized system for tracking, information gathering, and/or troubleshooting.
• Provides feedback when needed, provides input on call trends, processes, procedures, and training.
• May respond to customer inquiries by referring them to published materials, secondary sources, or more senior staff.
• Provides timely responses to telephone inquiries in a courteous and professional manner, using pre‑scripted responses.
• Follows policies and standard operating procedures such as filling out timesheets, adhering to privacy and HIPAA rules.
• Utilizes standard technology such as telephone, e‑mail, and web browser to perform job duties.
• Assists caller(s) with filling out online applications and submitting electronically to plan provider for processing.
• Completes basic call log related to the phone inquiries such as clicking radio buttons to confirm which scripts were read to the caller.
• Refers calls as required to CSR Lead.
• Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge of client regulations and policies.
• Reports problems that occur via the online system so they can be addressed by the appropriate parties.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent with 6 months of customer service experience.
• Must be able to speak and read English clearly, professionally and fluently.
• Ability to work within established turnaround times.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to organize simultaneous tasks.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Must participate and certify in internal CCO training to begin this role.
• Medicare will be expected to participate in and certify in internal Tier I Claims Part A, Claims Part B, and Claims DME training later to complete your Tier I training for this role.
• May be required to work overtime and scheduled holidays.
• Working on‑site at our office location is a key requirement for this position. Being physically present at the worksite is essential for effective collaboration, communication, and supervision. Applicants must be able to perform their duties on‑site and meet attendance requirements. Remote or at‑home work options are not available for this role until completion of at least one year of employment with above‑average performance, based on specified program criteria and at the company's discretion.

Benefits

• Company‑paid medical coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement: support for ongoing education and development.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off package: paid time off, sick leave & 11 paid holidays.
• Maximus Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources, and employee discount programs.
• Work/Life Balance Support: flexible schedules that meet your lifestyle.
• Career Growth: a supportive environment with development and promotional opportunities.
• Meaningful Work with Impact: no cold calls, sales, or collections involved.

Pay

Base pay: