Remote

USA, TN, Chattanooga, Remote

Full time

R-50845

BCBST is looking for a dedicated Customer Service Representative to join our Senior Care Customer Service Department. In this role, you will provide vital support to Medicare-eligible members by assisting them with finding providers, resolving billing issues, obtaining prescriptions, and more. This position demands strong multitasking abilities, as you will need to @type and talk simultaneously to document important information.

Our ideal candidate brings experience in customer service, particularly within a medical office setting or working with the senior population. You will excel in this role if you can work independently, demonstrate patience, and possess strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

A few details about the class:

The start date for this class is October 12, 2026.

The training will last from 12-14 weeks.

The working hours for the training period are 8:00 am - 4:45 pm EST, with one day on-site for the first half of training & multiple days on-site for the last half of training.

After training concludes, work hours are in a weekly rotating shift where you could be scheduled to work as early as 8:00 AM EST or as late as 9:00 PM EST.

Must live in a 50 miles radius to Chattanooga, TN.

Job Responsibilities

Receiving, investigating and resolving all customer inquiries timely and accurately.

Handling customer service inquiries and problems via the telephone.

Ensuring all customer communication is clearly documented.

Interact through various channels such as Chat, Phone, E-mail and TEAMS.

Educating caller to ensure resolution is achieved on first contact.

Must be able to pass required testing

Participation and attendance are mandatory.

This position requires flexibility due to rotations in schedules and requires adherence to assigned schedules

Work overtime as required

Job Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

1 year - Experience in a customer service support role is required

Skills\Certifications

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint)

Proficient oral and written communication skills

Proficient interpersonal and organizational skills

Exceptional time management skills

Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively as part of a team in a fast paced environment

Independent, Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills

If current employee with the company, must meet minimum performance expectations

Ability to talk and @type simultaneously in a clear and concise manner while interacting with customers

Number of Openings Available

Worker Type:

Employee

Company:

BCBST BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc.

Applying for this job indicates your acknowledgement and understanding of the following statements:

BCBST will recruit, hire, train and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin,citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Further information regarding BCBST's EEO Policies/Notices may be found by reviewing the following page:

BCBST's EEO Policies/Notices (https://www.bcbst.com/docs/equal-employment-opportunity.pdf)

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee via-email, the Internet or any other method without a valid, written Direct Placement Agreement in place for this position from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee HR/Talent Acquisition will not be considered. No fee will be paid in the event the applicant is hired by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee as a result of the referral or through other means.

As Tennessee's largest health benefit plan company, we've been helping Tennesseans find their own unique paths to good health since 1945. More than that, we're your neighbors and friends - fellow Tennesseans with deep roots of caring tradition, a focused approach to physical, financial and community good health for today, and a bright outlook for an even healthier tomorrow.

At BCBST, we empower our employees to thrive both independently and collaboratively, creating a collective impact on the lives of our members. We seek talented individuals who excel in a team environment, share responsibility, and embrace accountability.

We're also seeking candidates who are proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Teams, organized, and capable of managing multiple assignments or projects simultaneously. Additional, strong interpersonal abilities along with strong oral and written communication skills are important across all roles at BCBST.

We foster a culture where innovation is encouraged. That includes using AI enabled tools responsibly to support everyday work - guided by proven workflows, templates, and policies. As roles become more advanced, we expect employees to leverage AI more broadly to transform how we serve members.

BCBST is a remote-first organization with many employees working primarily from their homes. Each position within the company is classified as either fully remote, partially remote, or office based.

BCBST hires employees for remote positions from across the U.S. with the exception of the following states: California, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and New York. Applicants living in these states may move to an approved state prior to starting a position with BCBST at their own expense.If the position requires the individual to reside in Chattanooga, TN, they may be eligible for relocation assistance.

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