Contact Center Representative II

L.A. Care Health Plan; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plans

Medical, Dental and Vision

Wellness Program

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Job summary

L.A. Care Health Plan in Los Angeles is hiring a Contact Center Representative II. You will be the first point of contact for members, providers and stakeholders, handling moderately complex issues related to eligibility, benefits, claims and authorizations.

The role emphasizes accurate information delivery and compassionate service. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in a healthcare contact center, strong communication skills, and proficiency with HIPAA procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of customer service in a healthcare contact center.
• Data entry experience with 40 wpm minimum.

Responsibilities

• Responds to inquiries on eligibility, benefits, claims and authorizations across channels.
• Provides first call resolution by using internal tools and portals.
• Documents interactions in the system and ensures HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Claims processing

Benefits administration

HIPAA knowledge

Microsoft Office

Typing 40 wpm

Education

High School Diploma

2+ years healthcare contact center experience

Tools

Contact center systems

MS Office

Job description

Salary Range: $50,216.00 (Min.) - $62,770.00 (Mid.) - (Max.)

Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time.

Mission: L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose.

Job Summary

The Contact Center Representative (CCR) II is the first point of contact for members, providers, and stakeholders, delivering complete, accurate and compassionate support on moderately complex issues related to eligibility, benefits, claims, authorizations, Primary Care Physician (PCP) changes, and other service needs ensuring seamless triage across the healthcare journey. The CCR II delivers a high-quality service experience that supports member retention and health outcomes.

The CCR II focuses on all managed care product lines, with an in-depth understanding of Commercial and Medicare products.

Duties

Responds to inquiries across all channels related to eligibility, benefits, claims, authorizations, and coordination of care. Assists members with navigating their healthcare journey, including understanding their eligibility and benefits, Evidence of Coverage (EOC) and Member Handbook. Provides First Call Resolution (FCR) by accessing internal tools and external portals to address the needs of our members and providers effectively on the first call. Supports members and providers with navigation of self-service tools. Resolves moderately complex issues requiring coordination with internal departments. Capture and reconcile premium billing payments, ensuring accurate calculation of member premiums. Initiates Service Authorization Requests (SARs). Documents all member interactions in L.A. Care’s system of record. Ensures compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and protects member privacy. Triages and directs calls to the appropriate internal teams or external entities for resolution, as needed. Maintain current knowledge of benefit plans, regulatory requirements, and internal policies to ensure compliant and accurate information delivery. (80%)

Supports ad-hoc targeted member outreach activities as determined by business need. (10%)

Performs other duties as assigned. (10%)

Education Required

High School Diploma/or High School Equivalency Certificate

Experience

Education Preferred

Required:

At least 2 years of customer service contact center experience in a healthcare environment.

Data entry experience with ability to type a minimum of 40 wpm.

Preferred:

Member Services contact center experience at a Commercial or Medicare Managed Care plan.

Skills

Required:

Ability to answer a high volume of calls while demonstrating a high level of empathy and patience.

Knowledge of managed care terminology, specifically in the commercial and Medicare space.

Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and confidentiality practices.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong probing, problem-solving and multitasking skills with attention to detail.

Strong understanding of healthcare operations including claims processing and benefits administration.

Proficient in contact center systems and Microsoft Office.

Preferred:

Bilingual in one of L.A. Care Health Plan’s threshold languages is highly desirable. English, Spanish, Chinese, Armenian, Arabic, Farsi, Khmer, Korean, Russian, Tagalog, Vietnamese.

Licenses/Certifications Required

Licenses/Certifications Preferred

Required Training

Physical Requirements

Light

Additional Information

L.A. Care Health Plan’s Contact Center is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. Contact Center work shifts are assigned based on business need and may include, but not be limited to, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market. The range is subject to change.

L.A. Care Offers a Wide Range Of Benefits Including

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retirement Plans
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Wellness Program
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)