Contact Center Representative

Baystate Health; Holyoke (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Remote Contact Center Representative to support patients and providers in MA & CT. The role involves scheduling, professional communication, and using clinical systems while adhering to confidentiality standards.

Per Diem, Days shift, with hours as needed and Mon–Fri availability. Training and benefits supporting education, growth, and work-life balance are offered where eligible.

Qualifications

• Two years of prior experience in a physician office or customer service setting.
• Ability to communicate professionally with patients, physicians, and internal/external customers.
• Ability to type quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and arrange consultations for patients and providers.
• Respond professionally to calls, faxes, and online portal requests.
• Document interactions accurately and follow standard processes and confidentiality rules.
• Use Baystate systems to access and share patient and physician information.
• Meet quality, productivity, and call-processing standards; collaborate with the team.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Typing 40 wpm

Confidentiality

Telephone skills

Education

GED or HiSET

Job description

# **Contact Center Representative - Contact Center** Contact Center Representative in Holyoke, MA | Baystate Health CareersDepartment: Contact Center Location: Remote opportunity for MA & CT residents Job Type: Per Diem Shift: Days | Monday - Friday |## ## Make an Impact with Baystate Health Baystate Health is seeking a **Contact Center Representative** to join our **Contact Center** in support of patients and providers throughout the Baystate Health System. The Contact Center works closely with patients, physicians, Baystate Medical Practices, community providers, and clinical teams to help ensure timely, appropriate access to care. The Contact Center Representative role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping patients connect with the right care at the right time while providing professional, compassionate service to patients and referring providers. As part of a fast-paced, high-energy team, the Contact Center Representative will use strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills to support appointment scheduling, respond to provider and patient needs, and help create positive experiences across the healthcare system.## ## The Contact Center Representative Will:* Respond to physician, Baystate Medical Practices, and community provider requests to help ensure timely access to care.* Assist patients with scheduling appropriate appointments and consultations.* Respond professionally and courteously to requests received by telephone, fax, and online portals.* Ensure accurate appointment types and durations are selected based on patient and provider needs.* Accurately document interactions and follow established processes, protocols, and confidentiality standards.* Use Baystate clinical and administrative systems to access and communicate patient and physician information.* Meet departmental quality assurance, customer service, productivity, and call-processing accuracy standards.* Collaborate effectively with physicians, clinical teams, medical practices, and Contact Center colleagues to deliver a positive patient and provider experience.## ## Schedule Details**Job Type:** Per Diem **Shift:** Days **Hours:** as needed **Schedule:** Monday - Friday## ## Benefits That Support YouAt Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization.Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:* **Competitive Pay & Benefits:** Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.* **Tuition & Training:** Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.* **Career Growth:** Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.* **Regional Opportunities:** Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.* **Retirement:** Retirement savings and employer match.* **Paid Time Off:** Generous PTO for eligible employees.* **Additional Benefits:** Wellbeing programs and resources supporting mental, physical, and financial health.## ## About Baystate HealthBaystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice.Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.## ## Required Skills* Two years of prior experience in a physician office **or** two years of prior experience in a customer service setting.* Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians, medical professionals, and internal and external customers.* Ability to use telephone, computer, and related technology in a fast-paced environment.* Ability to actively listen, understand customer needs, and respond appropriately.* Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.* Ability to type greater than 40 words per minute.## ## Preferred Qualifications & Skills* Successful completion of a medical terminology course or willingness to complete an approved medical terminology course within one year of hire.* Experience working with physicians or other medical professionals.* Spanish language skills, written and verbal, may be beneficial in some settings.* Experience with healthcare clinical or administrative systems, including CIS, Centricity Business, ORSOS, Compliance Checker, SMS, I Privileges, or 3M, as applicable.* Demonstrated ability to adapt to new processes, software, and technology.## ## Start Your Career at Baystate Health **You Belong at Baystate.****Education:**GED or HiSET (Required)**Certifications:****Compensation**Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum$20.79 - $23.90 - $28.08**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.