Associate Customer Service Representative
Northwell Health
Associate Customer Service Representative
Northwell Health
Nonprofit health system in New York and Connecticut
Manages low complexity patient calls to the Health System's enterprise-wide centralized call center. Assists with appointment scheduling, messaging physicians (test results, clinical advice, medication request, etc.), and patient navigation to support Health System goals. Fulfills patient needs, resolves issues, and ensures patient satisfaction.
Job Responsibility
1.Provides best-in-class patient experience via phone through the Health System's centralized call center, handling lower complexity technical service/support duties and inquiries.
2.Responds to inbound and outbound patient calls related to basic scheduling needs, routine messages to physicians (e.g., standard test result notifications, general clinical advice, medication refill requests), and other straightforward patient requests.
3.Follows standard escalation process for patients experiencing clinically urgent issues, recognizing situations beyond the scope of the Associate role.
4.Escalates complex questions, problems, and unfamiliar scenarios to more senior team members for guidance and support.
5.Schedules routine patient appointments using guided decision support technology.
6.Fully register and verify insurance eligibility.
7.Exercises independent judgment on basic issues related to routine tasks.
8.Assesses callers' basic needs, provides appropriate information, and resolves straightforward inquiries.
9.Provides first call resolution for low complexity issues and directs patients/caregivers to appropriate resources for more complex needs.
10.Identifies recurring trends in patient inquiries and suggests potential process improvements for common issues.
11.Supports revenue cycle goals by ensuring accurate patient demographic information is collected for standard registration processes.
12.Maintains patient health information and protects confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA guidelines.
13.Promotes a positive and productive environment, supporting teamwork and communication.
14.Identifies specific patient needs and uses the appropriate call handling technique practices while supporting the patient on how to navigate the health system.
15.Uses documented procedures, policy manuals, knowledgebase, and other reference materials to assist in answering various general inquiries and issues.
16.Documents inquiries, issues, transactions, and other relevant information for health system tracking.
17.Communicates clearly and timely with patients and interfaces with practices.
18.Performs other related duties pertinent to delivering an easy and complete experience for the patient.
Job Qualification
•High School Education or Equivalent, required.
•0-3 years of customer service experience, preferred.
Minimum Salary/Range*: 30,910.0000
Maximum Salary/Range*: 45,440.0000
Nonprofit health system in New York and Connecticut
Northwell Health is a nonprofit health system serving patients across New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley and Connecticut through hospitals and outpatient practices. Its network combines hospitals for complex care, community hospitals and specialty centers such as Cohen Children's Medical Center and Zucker Hillside Hospital. The system coordinates hospital, ambulatory and post-acute care, with philanthropy supporting its community mission. Its research institutes and partnerships with Hofstra University connect patient care with medical discovery and training for doctors, nurses and physician assistants. Founded in 1997, Northwell is headquartered in Lake Success, New York.
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