Ultimate Staffing ยท 1 day ago
Sr. Participant Service Specialist
Ultimate Staffing is an established organization seeking a Senior Participant Service Specialist on a direct hire basis. The role involves processing health insurance claims and handling inbound inquiries from various stakeholders while ensuring compliance with policies and fostering strong relationships through effective issue resolution.
Responsibilities
Deliver exceptional service by meeting established performance metrics in efficiency, accuracy, quality, productivity, system compliance, customer satisfaction, and attendance
Represent the organization with professionalism and elevate its reputation by providing world-class customer service
Respond to incoming calls and accurately identify customer needs, including benefit eligibility, billing inquiries, payment issues, treatment authorizations, and explanation of benefits (EOBs)
Actively listen, ask clarifying questions, and document information in real time
Communicate clearly and collaborate with customers to resolve issues, ensuring understanding through simple and concise language
Fulfill requests by clarifying information, forwarding inquiries, and following through on commitments
Investigate and resolve problems by interpreting issues, researching solutions, and implementing corrective actions
Review and process healthcare claims by navigating multiple systems, verifying data, and applying appropriate pricing, authorizations, and benefits
Ensure compliance with claims processing policies, grievance procedures, federal mandates, CMS/Medicare guidelines, and benefit plan documents
Go above and beyond to engage and support customers
Train and mentor new team members as needed
Analyze existing business procedures to identify gaps or inconsistencies; prepare updated documentation, flowcharts, and process guidelines
Assess workflows and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and customer experience
Evaluate and prepare for changes in software applications or regulatory requirements impacting business processes
Conduct research on benefit trends, service enhancements, and their impact on the organization
Identify internal control weaknesses and propose corrective measures
Maintain a comprehensive library of policies and procedures, ensuring accuracy and currency
Collaborate with the team to improve business process flow and resolve customer issues effectively
Qualification
Required
+ Bachelor's degree in Healthcare, Math, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum 4 years in a high-volume call center (required)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to learn and adapt to various software applications quickly
Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Exceptional customer service and telephone etiquette
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Problem-solving skills with sound business judgment
Knowledge of medical terminology, benefits plans, and claims processes
Reliable, dependable, and punctual
Adaptable and forward-thinking in response to technological or organizational changes
Preferred
Minimum 4 years of claims processing (preferred)