Call Center Service Advocate I

Oak Street Health; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health solutions company seeks a Call Center Service Advocate I to provide exceptional customer service. This role involves scheduling patient appointments, managing calls, and ensuring a positive patient experience in a remote setting. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a background in customer service. The position offers career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Affordable medical plan options

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness screenings

Confidential counseling

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 1 year of customer service experience preferred.
• Flexible and positive attitude required.
• Experience with EMR documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound and outbound calls for scheduling appointments.
• Provide courteous and professional service to patients.
• Maintain accurate records of all interactions.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Resolution

Multitasking

Professionalism

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.

As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

Company: Oak Street Health

Title: Contact Center Service Advocate I

Location: Remote

Role Description

The CC (Contact Center) Service Advocate helps us meet the goal of successfully managing comprehensive care and providing an unmatched patient experience for all Oak Street Health patients. The CC Service Advocate is responsible for providing exceptional customer service by scheduling patient appointments efficiently and accurately. This role involves handling inbound and outbound calls, managing appointment schedules, and ensuring an unmatched patient experience.

Core Responsibilities

• Appointment Scheduling: Handle inbound and outbound calls to schedule, reschedule, and cancel patient appointments.
• Customer Interaction: Provide courteous and professional service to patients, addressing their inquiries and concerns.
• Data Entry: Accurately enter patient information and appointment details into the scheduling system.
• Communication: Communicate appointment details and any necessary instructions to patients clearly and effectively.
• Problem Resolution: Address and resolve any scheduling conflicts or issues promptly.
• Collaboration: Work closely with medical staff and other departments to ensure smooth scheduling operations.
• Follow-Up: Conduct follow-up calls to confirm appointments and provide reminders to patients.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all interactions and transactions with patients.
• Other duties or special projects as assigned.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Environment: Remote office setting with a focus on phone-based interactions.
• Hours: Assigned schedules of 40 hours per week; schedule assignments vary based on business needs. The Service Excellence Contact Center is open 24/7; some schedules may include one weekend shift.
  
  

Remote Work Requirements

• Proficient PC skills, computer literacy, basic Google Suite skills, and ability to navigate systems
• Prior remote work experience
• Ability to obtain high-speed internet and hardwire equipment to router/modem
• Distraction-free and private remote work environment required as well as reliable dependent care during working hours
• Ability to provide own transportation for instances where on-site support is required for employees located within 50 miles of a physical OSH location/center
• https://www.oakstreethealth.com/locations
• Call center/home office locations: Downers Grove, IL; Chicago, IL; Charlotte, NC
• Ability to participate in classroom-style remote training sessions
• An understanding of the high level of conscientiousness, professionalism, and reliability that is required in a remote work environment
  

Career Development Opportunities

The career path from CC Service Advocate I to CC Service Advocate II includes:

• A minimum tenure of 6 months in the CC Service Advocate I role
• Consistently demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a thorough understanding of customer needs
• Demonstration of a strong desire to learn and grow in their role
• Meet “Exceptional” performance metrics for a minimum of 3 consecutive months (targets are subject to change with 30-day advance notice) for all job skills:
• Average Handle Time
• Unavailable time
• Quality Metrics
• Schedule Adherence (adhering to your assigned work schedule set by Workforce Management based on business needs [shift arrival and departure times, and assigned lunch/break times])
• Demonstrate proven reliability and satisfactory attendance
  

The progression path from CC Service Advocate Level I, Level II, and Level III positions within the Service Excellence Contact Center is a structured path that encourages advocates to widen their knowledge base, take on more responsibility, demonstrate expertise, and reward team members for their proven success and dedication. Each role level builds upon the skills learned in the previous one, with the ultimate goal of enabling advocates to provide superior support and contribute to the overall success of the contact center.

What are we looking for?

• High School diploma or equivalent required, some undergraduate education preferred
• 1 year of customer service experience, call center environment experience preferred
• A flexible and positive attitude
• A friendly and nurturing attitude toward our patient population of older adults
• Experience with EMR (Electronic Medical Record) documentation preferred
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Outstanding phone demeanor and etiquette
• High level of integrity
• Proficient PC skills, including basic Microsoft Excel skills
• Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Polish speakers preferred
• US work authorization
  
  

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is

$17.00 - $31.30

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great Benefits For Great People

We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
  
  

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits

This job does not have an application deadline, as CVS Health accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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