Asian Initiative Group Service Associate

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Queens, NY, USA
In-Office
16-24 Hourly
Junior
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The Role
Provides customer service to members, brokers, and benefits administrators through inbound and outbound calls. Resolves eligibility, enrollment, billing, and benefits questions; supports small-group renewals; explains renewal processes and plan changes; coordinates with enrollment teams; and maintains service, productivity, quality, and schedule standards. The role requires fluent English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, strong problem-solving ability, and proximity to Flushing, New York.
Summary Generated by Built In
Requisition Number: 2374084
At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities, and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable, and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Remote: You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
  • As a Group Service Associate, responsible for providing excellent service to members, BAs and Brokers.
  • Provide service to BAs, Brokers and Members
  • Answer inbound call inquiries from BAs, brokers and members.
  • Using system, answer and resolve issues such as eligibility, enrollment, billings, and benefits courteously and accurately.
  • Proactively educate BAs, Broker and members for enhanced understanding on protocols and procedures.
  • Consistently meet established productively, schedule adherence, and quality standards.
  • Demonstrate the ability to build and maintain productive working relationship with others and contribute as an effective team member.
  • Actively seek out improvement opportunities.
  • Assist BAs and Brokers on small group renewals
  • Proactively make outbound calls to BAs and Brokers of renewing groups for upcoming renewal reminder
  • Explain renewal process and assist BAs with necessary renewal forms
  • Act as consultant to assist BAs on plan design/benefits changes to meet groups' needs
  • Work with Enrollment Department to ensure renewal with changes is received on timely basis and new benefits are installed correctly in system.
  • Enhance relationship with BAs through renewal process to improve group retention.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • +1 years of Customer Service experience
  • Bilingual, fluent in English and Cantonese and Mandarin
  • Intermediate Problem Solving skills
  • Commutable distance to Flushing, NY

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Communication and relationship building skills

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $24.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Skills Required

  • At least 1 year of customer service experience
  • Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin
  • Intermediate problem-solving skills
  • Commutable distance to Flushing, New York
  • Communication and relationship-building skills

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  • Healthcare Strength Official materials highlight copay and HSA medical plan choices with in‑network preventive care at 100%, prescription coverage, and low/no‑cost virtual visits, plus company HSA contributions. Dental preventive services are 100% in network, and mental health resources include an EAP and premium Calm access.
  • Parental & Family Support Programs include six weeks paid parental leave, up to two weeks paid caregiver leave, and Bright Horizons back‑up care with enhanced family supports. Adoption assistance up to $10,000 for full‑time employees reinforces family‑oriented benefits.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Financial benefits include an Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 10% discount, expanding access to equity ownership.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
160,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.

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