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Positions Location: Lansing, MI
General Purpose of Job:
Under the direction of the Service Delivery Manager, the Customer Service Agent serves as the first line of communication to patients, families, caregivers and the community. The primary responsibility is to provide a high level of customer service and ensure timely resolution and escalation of issues. Working collaboratively with other departments, the Intermediate CSA will act as the central communication point for internal health system issues.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Perform all duties of the Customer Service Agent Associate
- Act as back up agent and an escalation point for issues not resolved by a Customer Service Agent
- Receives and logs incoming issues and or requests from Caregivers, Patients and Visitors and the Community.
- Using computer-based tracking tools, triages requests to the appropriate Health System team, department or resource.
- Assist Callers with Health System Information and Services
- Accurately communicates nature of the problem to designated resource
- Insures follow-up on patient/family/visitor contact, including logging of all correspondence
- Escalates emergency issues to appropriate leadership
- Maintains daily event logs
- Contribute to departmental knowledge Base
| General Requirements |
-Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. -Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). -Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. -Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank). -Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities. -Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases. |
| Work Experience |
-Minimum 3 Years Experience in a Direct Customer Service Role. Call Center Experience Preferred. |
| Education |
-High School Diploma Required. |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills |
-Must pass competency exams for Customer Service, Advanced PC Literacy, and Spelling with a minimum passing score of 75%. -Basic computer competency. -Strong Verbal communication. -Ability to multitask. -Ability to work independently. -Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. |
Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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