Customer Care Representative I (contract)

Elevance Health; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Elevance Health in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Customer Care Representative I (Contract) to handle inquiries about insurance benefits, provider contracts, eligibility, and claims. The role is hybrid and temp for about seven months.

You will use PC systems, document outcomes, and work with colleagues to resolve issues while delivering empathetic service to members.

Successful candidates will pass pre-employment tests and complete training; occasional overtime and flexible scheduling are possible.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in automated customer service environment preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Responds to customer questions by phone and email about benefits, contracts, eligibility, and claims.
• Analyzes problems and provides information and solutions.
• Operates PC to access and record information in the system.
• Maintains positive customer relations and coordinates with internal teams.
• Tracks inquiries and documents outcomes for accuracy.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Call center

Microsoft applications

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PC/Computers

Job description

Customer Care Representative I (Contract)

Indianapolis, IN, United States (Hybrid)

Contract (7 months 3 days)

Published 3 days ago

communication and organizational skills

Customer Service & Call Center

microsoft applications

Problem - Solving Skills

Job ID: JP00046766

Anticipated Start Date: 09/28/2026

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.

We service various BCBS states from East to West coast, c andidates must be able to work ANY 8-hour shift within our hours of operation which are as follows: 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM PT / 6:00 AM -7:00 PM MST / 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM CST / 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM EST in order to be available to assist all of our customers in the various time zones.

100% Virtual

Open Monday through Friday (no weekends). Voluntary OT available.

Dental training will last a total of 4 weeks with an additional week being a “nesting period” which is where the new associates hit the floor and begin taking phones calls but have the trainers & Operation Experts supporting to help get through questions while getting acclimated to it all. During the 5 total weeks of training and nesting, the schedule will be 6:00 – 2:30 PM PT / 7:00 AM-3:30 MST / 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST / 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM EST.

Once the 5 weeks is up, temps will then move to a more permanent 8-hour shift based on business need which can be any shift within our hours of operation, no matter what time zone they are located in.

The 8-hour shift is assigned once training is completed will be based on attendance, performance, and attitude/engagement displayed through-out the training period. We will try to look at time zones to coordinate shifts where we can.

Must be located within 50 miles or a 1 hour max commute to Indianapolis IN.

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.

About BCForward:

BCForward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. 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.).

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.).