Customer Care Representative I (contract)

Elevance Health; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevance Health in Columbus, OH is seeking a Contract Customer Care Representative I to support member inquiries about benefits, eligibility, and claims. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement while requiring in-office presence as needed by the team, with an anticipated start date in November 2026.

The four-month contract emphasizes strong communication and problem-solving to deliver timely, accurate responses.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication.
• Experience in an automated customer service environment preferred.
• Availability 8am–8pm EST Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities

• Responds to customer questions via telephone and written correspondence regarding benefits, provider contracts, eligibility, and claims.
• Analyzes problems and provides information/solutions.
• Documents inquiry outcomes for tracking and analysis.
• Develops and maintains positive customer relations and coordinates with internal functions.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Applications

Job description

Customer Care Representative I (Contract)

Columbus, OH, United States (Hybrid)

Contract (4 months 18 days)

Published 5 days ago

communication and organizational skills

Customer Service & Call Center

microsoft applications

Job ID: JP00046893

Anticipated Start Date: 11/09/2026

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

Responsible for successfully completing the required basic training. Able to perform basic job functions with help from co-workers, specialists and managers on non-basic issues. Must pass the appropriate pre-employment test battery.

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:

Responds to internal and external customer questions via telephone and written correspondence regarding insurance benefits, provider contracts, eligibility, and claims.

Analyzes problems and provides information/solutions.

Operates a PC/image station to obtain and extract information, documents information, activities, and changes in the database.

Thoroughly documents inquiry outcomes for accurate tracking and analysis.

Develops and maintains positive customer relations and coordinates with various functions within the company to ensure customer requests and questions are handled appropriately and in a timely manner.

Researches and analyzes data to address operational challenges and customer service issues.

Provides external and internal customers with requested information.

Under immediate supervision, receives and places follow-up telephone calls / e-mails to answer customer questions that are routine in nature.

Uses computerized systems for tracking, information gathering, and troubleshooting.

Outbound calls are conducted in the ZipDrug business area.

Associates in this role are expected to have the ability to multi-task, including handling calls, texts, facsimiles, and electronic queues, while simultaneously taking notes and speaking to customers.

Additional expectations to include but not limited to: Proficient in maintaining focus during extended periods of sitting and handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; strong verbal and written communication skills, both with virtual and in-person interactions; attentive to details, critical thinker, and a problem-solver; demonstrates empathy and persistence to resolve caller issues completely; comfort and proficiency with digital tools and platforms to enhance productivity and minimize manual efforts.

Associates in this role will have a structured work schedule with occasional overtime or flexibility based on business needs, including the ability to work from the office as necessary.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requires a HS diploma or equivalent and previous experience in an automated customer service environment; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.

Associates in this role are expected to have strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving skills, facilitation skills, and analytical skills.

Availability between 8am-8pm EST Monday-Friday

100% remote. Must reside within a reasonable distance to Mason, OH pulse point.

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, contractors are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must be within a reasonable commute to a PulsePoint location.

About BCForward

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCForward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Benefits Information

BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws. This does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Pay Rate Range

Min Pay Rate $15.08

Max Pay Rate $20.85

Currency USD

Unit hourly

Additional Pay Rate Notes

The pay range is the range BCForward in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations.

Benefits Information

BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws. This does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).