LHI Customer Service Representative - Remote - $750 Sign On Bonus For

You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

At Optum, the mission is clear: Help people live heathier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone.

LHI is one of 4 businesses under OptumServe. OptumServe provides health care services and proven expertise to help federal government agencies modernize the U.S. health system and improve the health and well - being of Americans. By joining OptumServe you are part of the family of companies that make UnitedHealth Group a leader across most major segments in the U.S. health care system. LHI was founded in 1999 and acquired by Optum in 2011, LHI specializes in creating and managing health care programs through on - location services, patient - specific in - clinic appointments, telehealth assessments, or any combination based on customer need. LHI's customizable solutions serve the diverse needs of commercial customers, as well as federal and state agencies, including the U.S. Departments of Defense, Veterans Affairs, and Health and Human Services.

There's an energy and excitement here, a shared mission to improve the lives of others as well as our own. Ready for a new path? Start doing your life's best work. SM

This position supports the LHI Railroad contract. The contract involves scheduling appointments for applicants. as soon as possible. You would become part of a Blended Team that supports various contracts. We offer candidate the opportunity to grow into the role through training and support through scheduled training and ongoing development and discussion with your supervisor.

This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday- Friday and with occasional rotating Saturdays. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of (6: 00 am to 10:00 pm) Monday through Friday and (7:00am to 3:00pm) Saturday. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime and weekends.

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Make contacts to schedule a variety of specific medical services in accordance with customer availability and contract guidelines. Respond to a variety of inquiries and resolves issues with regard to the appointment scheduling/fulfillment processing and service completion in a timely manner while maintaining sensitivity toward customers/employees.
• Conduct customer contacts related to Health Assessment processing, referral follow-up, educations and resource inquiries.
• Identify potential behavioral health situations and follow contract specific protocol to assist callers.
• Maintain constant awareness of service level and queue status in order to meet contractual requirements.

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)
• Customer service experience
• Microsoft Word (ability to create, edit, copy, send and save documents)
• Microsoft Excel (ability to create, edit, copy, send and save spreadsheet)
• Microsoft Outlook (ability to use email and calendaring functions)
• Ability to work an 8-hour shfit between 6:00am and 10:00pm, Monday - Friday and to work rotating Saturdays (approximately every 7 weeks)
• Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a call center environment
• Prior military experience

Telecommuting 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

Soft Skills:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced call center environment using skills learned in training to meet inbound and outbound talk time goals
• Be able to work efficiently and multi-task while staying on script and creating a positive and productive customer service experience

UnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.

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Careers with LHI. Our focus is simple. We're innovators in cost - effective health care management. And when you join our team, you'll be a partner in impacting the lives of our customers, and employees. We've joined OptumHealth, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of companies, and our mission is to help the health system work better for everyone. We're located on the banks of the beautiful Mississippi River in La Crosse, Wis., with a satellite office in Chicago and remote employees throughout the United States. We're supported by a national network of more than 25,000 medical and dental providers. Simply put, together we work toward a healthier tomorrow for everyone. Our team members are selected for their dedication and mission - driven focus. For you, that means one incredible team and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work. SM

Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $15.00 to $22.02. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $15.00 - $24.13. 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.

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.

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