Customer Service Representative

Title: Customer Service Representative

Location: San Juan PR/Mayaguez PR

Duration: Contract to Hire

Description:

Responsible for responding to customer questions via telephone and written correspondence regarding insurance benefits, provider contracts, eligibility and claims. Proficient in all basic customer service areas performs some but not all types of moderately complex function.
Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: Analyzes problems and provides information/solutions.
Operates a PC/image station to obtain and extract information; documents information, activities and changes in the database.
Thoroughly documents inquiry outcomes for accurate tracking and analysis. Develops and maintains positive customer relations and coordinates with various functions within the company to ensure customer requests and questions are handled appropriately and in a timely manner.
Researches and analyzes data to address operational challenges and customer service issues.
Provides external and internal customers with requested information. Proficient in all basic customer service functions.
Receives and places follow-up telephone calls / e-mails to answer customer questions. Inquiries may also be on a walk-in basis.
May require deviation from standard practices and procedures with the assistance of a computerized system.
Seeks, understands and responds to the needs and expectations of internal and external customers.
Associates in this role are expected to have the ability to multi-task, including handling calls, texts, facsimiles, and electronic queues, while simultaneously taking notes and speaking to customers.
Additional expectations to include but not limited to: Proficient in maintaining focus during extended periods of sitting and handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment; strong verbal and written communication skills, both with virtual and in-person interactions; attentive to details, critical thinker, and a problem-solver; demonstrates empathy and persistence to resolve caller issues completely; comfort and proficiency with digital tools and platforms to enhance productivity and minimize manual efforts.
Associates in this role will have a structured work schedule with occasional overtime or flexibility based on business needs, including the ability to work from the office as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned. Requires a HS diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year of the company's experience in an automated customer service environment; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
Bilingual (Spanish) or multi-language skills required.
Must be able to pass a validated language test/assessment.
This position is defined as remote, or work-from-home, however you may need to report into a local office periodically.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.