[Hiring] Senior Clinical Administrative Coordinator @UnitedHealth Group

Role Description

This position is National Remote. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Candidate needs to have Customer Service experience, can listen and type at the same time, preferred Healthcare benefits experience. Candidates will be taking inbound calls and making outbound calls.

This position is full-time (40 hours / week), Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 7:00 am - 7:00 pm CST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

We offer 1 - 2 weeks of paid on-the-job training. The hours during training will be 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST, Monday - Friday. Training will be conducted virtually from your home.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Answer incoming phone calls from customers and identify the type of assistance the customer needs (i.e., benefit and eligibility, billing and payments, authorizations for treatment and explanation of benefits (EOBs).
• Ask appropriate questions and listen actively to identify specific questions or issues while documenting required information in computer systems.
• Own problem through to resolution on behalf of the customer in real time or through comprehensive and timely follow-up with the member.
• Review and research incoming healthcare claims from members and providers (doctors, clinics, etc.) by navigating multiple computer systems and platforms and verifies the data/information necessary for processing (e.g., pricing, prior authorizations, applicable benefits).
• Ensure that the proper benefits are applied to each claim by using the appropriate processes and procedures (e.g., claims processing policies and procedures, grievance procedures, state mandates, CMS/Medicare guidelines, benefit plan, documents/certificates).
• Communicate and collaborate with members and providers to resolve issues, using clear, simple language to ensure understanding.
• Meet the performance goals established for the position in the areas of: efficiency, accuracy, quality, member satisfaction and attendance.
• 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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• 1+ years of experience in customer service
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete the Customer Service training classes and be proficient of the material.
• Ability to work regularly scheduled shifts within our hours of operation of 7:00 am - 7:00 pm CST including the training period, where lunches and breaks are scheduled, with the flexibility to adjust daily schedule, and work over-time and / OR weekends, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in an office setting, call center setting OR phone support role.

Telecommuting Requirements

• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable).
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy.
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service.

Pay and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as:

• A comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 - $36.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline

This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

Company Description

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.