Customer Service Representatives - National Remote

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Dallas
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

$1,000 Sign On Bonus For External CandidatesYou'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.Training classes start soon - apply today!You've heard this all your life. Trust matters. Being trusted matters a lot. Here at -OptumRx -we've earned the trust of more than 65 million people who rely on us for the prescription drugs that improve their health and lifestyle. Now, we trust that you can take advantage of some of the best training and tools in the world to help serve our customers and their care providers. You'll take as many as 50-70 calls per day from members who have questions about their prescriptions and you'll use your personality and our tools to make each call successful. This is no small opportunity. This is where you can bring your compassion for others while building your career.This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Sunday - Saturday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am - 8:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.Primary Responsibilities:

• Respond to incoming calls from our customers on issues related to benefit eligibility questions and prescription status inquiries
• Guide and educate callers on their prescription benefits, use of plan, formulary, premiums and status of orders and claims or inquiries
• Ask appropriate questions and listen actively while documenting required information in computer systems
• Identify issues and communicate solutions and steps to - customers, pharmacies and - physicians with prescription orders and reorders
• Make outbound calls to customers on prescription orders and payment issuesThis role is equally challenging and rewarding. You'll be called on to research complex issues pertaining to member prescription and/or pharmacy benefits across multiple databases which requires fluency in computer navigation and toggling while confidently and compassionately engaging with the caller.To learn even more about this position and hear from our other Pharmacy Customer Service Representatives, click here to watch a short video: -You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on -what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:
  • High school diploma / GED (or higher) OR equivalent work experience
  • Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to navigate and learn new and complex computer system applicationsPreferred Qualifications:
    • 1+ years of experience in a related environment (i.e. office, administrative, clerical, customer service, etc.) using phones and computers as the primary job toolsTelecommuting Requirements:
      • Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
      • Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
      • Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service
      • Must be able to connect directly into internet-------via hard wire (either directly to modem or router) -Soft Skills:
        • Demonstrated ability to listen skillfully, collect relevant information, build rapport and respond to customers in a compassionate mannerCareers with Optum. Our objective is to make health care simpler and more effective for everyone. With our hands at work across all aspects of health, you can play a role in creating a healthier world, one insight, one connection and one person at a time. We bring together some of the greatest minds and ideas to take health care to its fullest potential, promoting health equity and accessibility. Work with diverse, engaged and high-performing teams to help solve important challenges.California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, Washington or New York City Residents Only: The salary range for California / Colorado / Connecticut / Nevada / Washington / New York City residents is $16.00 - $27.31.Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives**PLEASE NOTE** The sign on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.#RPO #YELLOW

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