Customer Service Representative - Remote Eligible

Job Title

This position is remote in Texas. If you are located within commutable distance to the office at 300 Burnett Street, Fort Worth, you will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges.

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday with rotating Saturdays (once a month). Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am - 7:00pm CST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime and/or weekends. This will be on the job training and the hours during training will be aligned to your schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

• Answer 75-100 incoming phone calls per day from customers and identify the type of assistance the customer needs
• Ask appropriate questions and listen actively to identify specific questions or issues while documenting required information in computer systems
• Research complex issues across multiple databases and work with support resources to resolve customer issues and/or partner with others to resolve escalated issues
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED OR equivalent years of work experience
• Must be 18+ years of age OR older
• 1+ years of experience in a related environment (i.e., office, administrative, clerical, customer service, etc.) using phones and computers as the primary job tools
• Experience with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to navigate and learn new and complex computer system applications
• Ability to work a Saturday shift once a month
• Has previously worked or are currently working as a contractor placed at UHG or one of its subsidiaries or affiliates
• Ability to work any eight-hour shift between the hours of 8:00am - 7:00pm CST

Preferred Qualifications

• Health care experience

Telecommuting Requirements

• Reside within commutable distance to the office at 300 Burnett Street Fort Worth, TX
• 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

Soft Skills

• Ability to listen skillfully, collect relevant information, build rapport, and respond to customers in a compassionate manner
• Ability to resolve issues in a stressful situation

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

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 and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 - $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.