KMM Technologies, Inc.

Compensation

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Customer Engagement – Advocate Location: 100% Remote - DMV Area only Top 5 Required Skills: 1. Strong Communication Skills • Clear verbal and written communication is essential for explaining complex Medicare benefits and resolving member concerns. • Associates must be able to simplify jargon, speak with empathy, and maintain professionalism across diverse populations. 2. Technical Proficiency • Comfort with CRM systems, call center software, and Medicare databases is vital. • Associates should be able to navigate multiple systems simultaneously, enter data quickly, and troubleshoot basic tech issues. 3. Emotional Intelligence and Patience • Medicare members may be elderly, frustrated, or confused. Associates need active listening skills, patience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. • Building trust and rapport is key to member satisfaction and retention. 4. Attention to Detail • Call center reps must accurately document member interactions, verify personal and plan information, and follow compliance protocols. • Mistakes can lead to coverage issues or HIPAA violations, so precision is non-negotiable. 5. Knowledge of Medicare Guidelines • A solid understanding of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, eligibility, enrollment periods, and coverage rules is critical. • Associates often handle policy-specific PURPOSE: Responsible for answering member, provider & broker inquiries pertaining to product information, benefits, claims resolution, eligibility and billing questions in a call center environment. Proactively provides information and education to members, providers & brokers, as appropriate, about a variety of health, financial, and self-service programs. Provides basic technical assistance and troubleshooting guidance for digital and electronic applications. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 45% Provides first- level problem resolution to member, provider & broker inquiries via telephone by gathering and researching information; examine claim submissions verifying claim and system accuracy as well as liability, validate customer understanding of information and resolves issues based on applicable policies and procedures. 25% Uses knowledge of products and the contractual provisions that govern administration to provide customer service and education, to interpret contractual language to the customer for the purpose of providing benefit utilization and limitations, to determine the need for managed care initiatives, and to administer all types of services to customers within the business segment through telephonic inquiries, written and/or electronic inquiries and claims adjustments, if applicable. Appropriately documents all client interactions according to established departmental procedures. 15% Delivers accurate information to customers in accordance with performance goals and objectives. 10% Maintains customer records by updating account information by effectively utilizing the business areas enrollment/inquiry tracking system & processes. 5% Participates in ongoing education related to new services, industry topics, and skills Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Level: High School Diploma or GED Experience: less than one year customer service experience Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Successful completion of the training provided., Proficient Demonstrated skills as an empathetic and compassionate communicator., Proficient Ability to quickly gain customer trust and confidence., Proficient Demonstrated PC navigation and data entry skills., Proficient Strong interpersonal communication skills., Proficient Good oral and written communication skills., Proficient The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes them ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs. Must be able to effectively work in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing priorities, deadlines, and workloads that can be variable for long periods of time. Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.