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As a Specialty Inbound Contacts Representative 2, you are often the first human connection our members have with us. Working remotely, you will report to the Inbound Contacts Supervisor and be a part of the Consumer Contacts team. Every interaction is an opportunity to solve a problem, reduce frustration, and create trust. You will support members and providers by answering benefit questions, resolving concerns, and guiding them through next steps, helping ensure they feel informed and supported.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others and takes pride in delivering a high-quality customer experience.
As a Specialty Inbound Contacts Representative, you will:
Handle 40+ inbound calls daily from members and providers in a back-to-back call center environment
Address multiple members and provider needs, including benefit questions, service issues, and general inquiries
Escalate unresolved and pending customer grievances
Document all interactions, actions taken, and outcomes in internal systems
Resolve routine to moderately complex issues by following established guidelines and workflows
Identify issues requiring escalation and ensure handoff to the appropriate teams
Meet quality, productivity, and customer experience expectations
What Success Is:
Members feel heard, supported, and satisfied with their experience
We are proactive and resolve issues on the first contact whenever possible
Documentation is complete, clear, and compliant
Experience empathizing with frustrated customers, and accountability in every interaction
Use your skills to make an impact
Required:
Minimum 2 years of customer service experience
Must reside in the Central or Eastern Time Zone
Experience documenting customer issues in detail
Experience assessing support requests in multiple systems simultaneously and escalating based on severity
Experience interpreting and responding to customer requests
Experience excelling within performance-focused settings
Preferred:
Associate or bachelor's Degree
Previous inbound call center experience
Healthcare or insurance industry experience
Required Work Schedule:
Training:
This position is scheduled to start in August 2026 . Training will begin on day one and last up to six weeks with a schedule of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern, Monday through Friday.
Attendance is vital for success, no time off is allowed during training.
You must be on time, in a quiet environment, with your camera ON during training and for other meetings required by leadership.
Post Training:
Following training, you will be assigned an 8-hour shift between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM Eastern, Monday through Friday. Shift bids periodically occur, based on business needs and are based on performance and tenure.
The initial 180 days of employment as an Inbound Contacts Representative 2 constitute an appraisal period. This Appraisal Period is essential to your learning and development, which is why we ask for perfect attendance during both the classroom training and nesting periods.
The department has a strict attendance policy. Time off is not permitted during the first 90 days and is discouraged during the 180-day appraisal period.
This position requires learning many systems, policies, and tools, and it takes time to become proficient in the role. You must be willing to remain in this position for a period of twelve (12) months before applying to other Humana opportunities outside of the Specialty team
Remote Work at Home Requirements
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended.
Associates who live and work from Home in the state of Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Associates in this role are required to be hard-wired to their internet connection. Wireless, satellite, cellular and microwave connections are not permitted.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Additional Information
PLEASE ATTACH YOUR RESUME TO YOUR APPLICATION (PDF OR WORD FORMAT)
Interview Process
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.
Video Prescreen: You will receive communication to record a Video Prescreen. This is an online video activity using your phone, tablet, or computer; however, most candidates prefer using a computer or tablet.
Interviews: Some candidates will be invited to interview. If so, the recruiter will reach out to schedule.
Offers: Finalists from the interview will be contacted by a recruiter to discuss an offer for the job
NOTE: Depending on the number of openings, the number of candidates who apply, and the schedules of interviewers and recruiters, this process may take several weeks or less; however, know that we are working hard to proceed as quickly as possible and to keep you informed.
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$39,000 - $49,400 per year
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
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