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Health AdvocateCore Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong research and documentation skills in healthcare systems, providing accurate information to support member decision-making. Exhibits exceptional customer service and communication abilities while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Healthcare ResearchCustomer Service SkillsWritten And Verbal CommunicationProblem-Solving AbilitiesHIPAA Compliance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Research healthcare system websites, databases, and reference materials
- Research and document requested information on physicians, dentists, specialists, eldercare services, nursing homes, and related resources
- Identify appropriate benefit plans and offerings when applicable
- Provide accurate, understandable research findings to nurses, advocates, and internal partners
- Respond to member requests with clear resources and available options
- Enter and maintain accurate documentation in internal systems
- Compile research results in user-friendly formats to support member decision-making
- Track cases and conduct timely follow-ups with members and providers
- Monitor recurring research issues or trends and escalate concerns to leadership
- Support healthcare navigation through research, organization, and follow-through
Requirements
What you’ll need- High school diploma or GED required
- Associate degree in business, liberal arts, healthcare management, or a related field preferred
- At least one year of healthcare-related experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional phone etiquette
- Excellent listening skills and ability to understand and clarify requests
- Strong problem-solving and issue-resolution abilities
- Exceptional customer service skills and commitment to quality
- Solid organizational and multitasking skills, including consistent follow-up
- Comfort using MS Word, Excel, and web-based research tools
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment
- Bilingual skills (English/Spanish or other languages) may be required based on assignment
- Compliance with HIPAA, COBRA, applicable federal and state regulations, quality standards, and internal procedures
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive training and the tools you need to succeed
- Opportunities for career growth and internal advancement
- Competitive pay starting at $16 per hour
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition assistance
- PTO
- Paid holidays
- Mission-driven culture focused on accuracy, compassion, and meaningful impact
- Collaborative environment
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Research DocumentationHealthcare NavigationCase TrackingData EntryMultitasking
Soft Skills
Listening SkillsOrganizational SkillsFollow-Up AbilitiesCollaborationProfessional Phone Etiquette
Tools & Technologies
MS WordMS ExcelWeb-Based Research Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
High School DiplomaGEDAssociate Degree (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
Healthcare ManagementEldercare ServicesNursing HomesBenefit PlansCOBRA Compliance