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The Member Services Specialist serves as a frontline ambassador for the health plan, delivering high-quality, resolution-focused support to members, providers, and brokers across multiple lines of business. As the initial point of contact, this role extends beyond basic call handling—Specialists are trained to navigate the foundational pillars of our healthcare offerings, including the Health Exchange, US Family Health Plan, and NCHD, with a strong emphasis on first-call resolution. Specialists develop working knowledge of benefit structures, assist callers with portal navigation and access, and begin interpreting claims activity to support both member and provider inquiries. This position blends customer service excellence with technical skill-building, offering exposure to internal systems, regulatory protocols, and cross-functional workflows. Specialists are expected to gain proficiency in core platforms used for eligibility verification, claims review, and member account management (e.g., HSP, HPS, HealthTrio). All interactions must be documented with a clear and concise recap of the call’s purpose, following prescribed workflows and audit-ready standards. This role provides a structured pathway for advancement, with progressive training in claims interpretation, premium payment processing, and multi-line service delivery, laying the foundation for future specialization and leadership opportunities.
Job Responsibility:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders
Begin mastery of four core systems (e.g., HSP, HPS, HealthTrio, and Zelis) to independently resolve inquiries and complete calls with accuracy and confidence
Resolve member, provider, or broker inquiries across Health Exchange, US Family Health Plan, and NCHD. Quote basic eligibility and benefits for Medicare Advantage inquiries, with emphasis on provider-facing interactions
Become a subject matter expert as you build foundational knowledge in core plan structures and internal workflows
Resolve routine inquiries during initial contact using standardized scripting, system navigation, and clear documentation
Provide customer service excellence through engagement, effective listening skills, patience, and desire to resolve the question/issue
Document call interactions in the CRM with clarity, accuracy, and resolution details that support audit readiness and downstream coordination
Explain core benefits and eligibility using handbook-aligned language
assist members in understanding coverage and accessing services
Guide members through navigation of the CHRISTUS website and their individual member portal
Professionally redirect providers to approved electronic channels (portal, 270/271, 276/277) for eligibility and claims status, in alignment with policy
Demonstrate understanding of member’s rights and responsibilities, FWA, and remain HIPAA compliant during member/provider interactions
Maintain agent performance expectations during the first 0–6 months, including total calls handled, average call handle time, average hold time compliance, and schedule adherence
Demonstrate ability to interpret claim statuses in CRM, explain routine denial codes in plain language, and guide members to their EOBs for further detail and resolution
Advocate on the part of the beneficiary to resolve any issue with care
Ability to follow crisis call protocols with proficiency and care
Support and deliver assigned projects under leadership direction, contributing to team goals and operational excellence
Participate in progressive training modules and skill assessments that support career advancement within Member Services
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn proprietary systems quickly
0–2 years of customer service experience preferred, ideally in healthcare, insurance, or call center environments