Provider Network Helpdesk Specialist (Full-Time Remote, North Carolina Based)

The Provider Network Helpdesk Specialist handles calls from providers and answers questions about joining the network, contracts, enrollment, billing, member information, navigating the EHR, claims submissions, authorization requests, onboarding into our network, troubleshooting various technology platforms, and NCTracks

The Provider Helpdesk is open Monday through Saturday 7AM to 6:30PM, Employee schedules may vary to cover the Helpdesk and will include working holidays.

This position is fulltime remote. Selected candidate must reside in North Carolina.

Responsibilities & Duties

Provide coverage of the Provider Network Helpdesk phone within Department expectations

• Contact Providers regarding use of EHR calendar, and maintaining the agency listing
• Assist providers by troubleshooting basic IT issues, including resetting and changing passwords
• Assist providers in navigating the EHR and other portal platforms
• Assist providers in navigating NCTracks
• Respond to question regarding claims and UM requirements
• Conduct research across agency procedures, software, and agency contacts to correctly respond to complex provider questions
• Respond to requests for information in writing and over email
• Guide providers through process of initiating credentialing during times of network expansion
• Assist providers in navigating the provider handbook, the Alliance website, forms lists, and other resources
• Identify and report trends of requests/communications that come through the Helpdesk and communicate information to Supervisor

Maintain departmental resources and provide administrative support

• Maintain departmental Agency Listing to include basic information on physical health, behavioral health, IPRS, Spanish-Speaking, crisis, and enhanced-service providers
• Assist in maintaining list of provider specialties
• Provide receptionist and telephone services
• Proofread documents as requested
• Screen and route materials
• Document work in supported software to meet expectations of oversight agencies
• Maintain Insurance tracking database, current availability, and contract status of providers
• Monitor and complete tasks related to incoming emails in the department inbox.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of computerized record-keeping techniques
• Knowledge of and experience with records, reports and file maintenance
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written form
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Skilled at organizing work to meet schedules and timelines
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in working with confidential or sensitive information
• Ability to read, interpret and disseminate information regarding state laws, rules, regulations and policies related to enrollment
• Proficient with grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary

Minimum Education & Experience

High School diploma or equivalent and three (3) years of office experience;

or

Bachelor’s degree in Business or a closely related field

Preferred

Healthcare experience preferred.

Salary Range

$17.32 - $29.82/Hourly

Exact compensation will be determined based on the candidate's education, experience, external market data and consideration of internal equity.

An excellent fringe benefit package accompanies the salary, which includes:

• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holiday, management leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability
• Dress flexibility
• Flexible work schedules including hybrid/remote options
• Generous retirement savings plan

Education

• High School or better in General Studies

Skills

• Organizing
• Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Customer Service