Customer Service Advocate I

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Customer Service Advocate resolving customer inquiries for BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. Researching issues, processing adjustments, and coordinating resolutions remotely across the USA.

Responsibilities:

  • Respond to telephone, written, web, or walk-in customer inquiries accurately, promptly, and courteously
  • Document customer inquiries accurately
  • Initiate or process adjustments and conduct research to resolve inquiries
  • Coordinate with other departments to resolve problems
  • Respond to, research, and assist with priority inquiries and special projects
  • Provide management with feedback regarding customer problems, questions, and needs
  • Maintain accurate records of complaints and customer comments
  • Recommend procedural and technique changes to improve processes
  • Follow complaints through resolution or report them to management
  • Maintain knowledge of quality work instructions and company policies
  • Maintain departmental productivity, quality, and timeliness standards
  • Identify and report or refer suspected fraudulent activities and system errors

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong human relations and organizational skills
  • Ability to handle high stress situations
  • Good judgment skills
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to learn and operate multiple computer systems effectively and efficiently
  • Basic computer operating skills
  • Familiarity with standard office equipment
  • Two years of customer service or call center experience preferred
  • Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software preferred
  • CMS residency requirement for certain divisions: lived in the US for at least three of the last five years
  • Must be able to work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Benefits:

  • Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
  • Education Assistance
  • Service Recognition
  • National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more
  • Opportunity to develop skills, advance careers and contribute unique abilities