Service Center Assistant

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To expedite the claims application process; to ensure correct case assignment; and to act as a customer liaison in assisting the customer with the correct contact person to resolve problems and/or questions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acts as primary liaison with customer in solving problems related to the application process and service.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with the customer by telephone and/or written correspondence regarding all aspects of claims process.
• Educates and informs the customer by telephone, written correspondence and/or the claims system about the documentation required to process a claim, required time frames, payment information and claim status.
• Enters verbal and written application information that meets both the internal and external customer's requirements accurately into the claims management system.
• Assigns new claims to the appropriate claims handler.
• Directs customer calls to the correct person at all locations.
• Participates in and maintains a quality service culture within the Customer Service Team.
• Attendance during scheduled work hours is required.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

High school diploma or GED required.

Experience

One (1) year customer service experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Experience in an inbound call center preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledgeable in disability plan eligibility, coverage and benefits
• Good customer service skills
• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office product
• Strong organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.  Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $17.00. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.