Customer Relation Liaison

Apria Healthcare; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

Accendra Health is seeking an Account Services role to maintain relationships with current accounts and ensure smooth order processing and service delivery. The role focuses on providing timely responses, coordinating with clinicians, and promoting company products and services during office visits.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and at least two years of related experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• At least 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a single point of contact for a specific account.
• Handles customer needs and complaints in a timely manner.
• Consult with clients and referral sources on products and necessary equipment.
• Obtains all documentation to be scanned and batched at the Branch.
• Manages all follow-up functions with the account, post set-up.
• Coordinates with physicians and medical groups.
• Identifies and develops strategic relationships within the institution to enhance patient care.
• Participates in the institution’s quality assurance/performance improvement initiatives as requested.

Skills

Problem Solving/Analysis

Communication Proficiency

Business Acumen

Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.

With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.

If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.

This role maintains relationships and favorable contacts with current accounts.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00 hourly. The actual compensation offered may vary based on job related factors such as experience, skills, education and location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acts as a single point of contact for a specific account.
• Handles customer needs and complaints in a timely manner.
• Consult with clients and referral sources on products and necessary equipment.
• Obtains all documentation to be scanned and batched at the Branch
• Manages all follow-up functions with the account, post set-up.
• Oversight of all transactions coming from a specific account, including all referrals.
• Obtains all needed documentation for orders to be entered into the system
• Contacts patients to confirm orders and communicate any financial obligations before referral for scheduling
• Assess patient needs and promotes company products/services at office visits
• Resolves issues by identifying problems and coordinating appropriate solutions.
• Troubleshoots with the medical groups and any relevant on-site departments if issues arise.
• Assists medical groups and/or other provider groups regarding products and services available under the contract.
• Assists in the utilization process as well as transitioning members for capitation switch outs.
• Coordinates with physicians and medical groups.
• Identifies and develops strategic relationships within the institution that will enhance patient care.
• Participates in the institution’s quality assurance/performance improvement initiatives as requested.
• Perform timely follow up on renewal authorizations to maintain reimbursement
• Perform follow up on outstanding CMN’s, Renewal CMN’s, and prescriptions.

OTHER DUTIES

• Performs other duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• N/A

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma required
• At least 2 years of related experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

• N/A

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Business Acumen
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Communication Proficiency
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Computer Skills

• Basic skills in Access, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, Word

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills

• Basic level mathematical proficiency, with a strong ability to understand, interpret and develop spreadsheet data

Other Skills

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Teammate Benefits

As an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life’s stages. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.

Our benefits program includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic life insurance
• Short-and long-term disability coverage
• Accident insurance
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Domestic partner benefits
• Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs

Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

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