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Pharmacy Provider Relations Representative – Contact Centre

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About the role

Alberta Blue Cross® is an Alberta based organization dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experience and community leadership. We’re committed to providing the best health coverage to over 1.8 million members and take an active role in promoting wellness. We believe in what we do—and place trust in our employees to deliver our vision.
Working at Alberta Blue Cross® means having a career where you’ll be recognized for your contributions. We value diversity, encourage our team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance and provide opportunities for career growth.
OVERVIEW:
We are continuing to grow our team and are looking for a Provider Relations Representative to join our Provider Relations Contact Centre. The representative position responds to telephone inquiries from health care providers such as pharmacies, health care provider, or dental offices, regarding benefit eligibility and claim submission requirements and outcomes for Alberta Blue Cross benefit plan programs in accordance with the required standards, policies, rules and regulations.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Responds to telephone inquiries from providers on subscriber verification, benefit eligibility, plan maximums, requirement of prior approvals and claim inquiries.

Verifies claims through online adjudication systems.

Makes suggestions for ways of improving workflows and processes.

Records and forwards provider feedback to the appropriate Team Manager and/or Manager.

Supports various projects and analyses using Excel, Word, and other computer software.

Logs details of calls.

Assists with other duties as required.

COMPETENCIES:

Handles complex inquiries independently, utilizing strong listening and problem-solving skills.

Works effectively with people, maintaining pleasant telephone manner.

Thrives in a busy environment.

Conducts research and analysis to determine the root of problems.

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the desire for continuous learning is needed to meet the expectations of this role.

Assumes ownership of the position and accountability for information relayed to providers.

Demonstrates advanced customer service skills on a daily basis.

WHAT YOU WILL HAVE:

Computer proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office (i.e. Word and Excel) is required.

A medical, dental or pharmacy background and familiarity with dental procedures, health procedures or drug names is an asset.

Preference will be given to individuals with proven customer service experience with either in person or over the phone contact. A true commitment to a career as a call centre representative is an absolute must.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.
Alberta Blue Cross® is an inclusive employer committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our team members by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.
We offer the opportunity to work in an innovative, high-energy team-focused environment. If you have the qualifications we are looking for, apply online at
A criminal record check satisfactory to Alberta Blue Cross will be required as a condition of employment, following a conditional offer.
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  3. Which of Customer Service, Excel and Pharmacy have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. What have you learned quickly in a past role, project, or training experience?
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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I am interested in the Pharmacy Provider Relations Representative – Contact Centre role because I can bring practical experience in Customer Service, Excel and Pharmacy, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes name needs from this hire.

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