Remote

Description

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first

The Telehealth Outreach Agent is responsible for engaging patients to understand their needs, addressing concerns, and encourage participation in the virtual health programs and services provided by CWMG. This role requires exceptional communication skills, empathy, and a deep understanding of patient motivations. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to build rapport, navigate objections ethically, and demonstrate patience and resilience throughout the persuasion process.Key Responsibilities:

Actively listen to patients to understand their needs, concerns, and barriers
Clearly communicating programs and service benefits to effectively educate and influence patient decisions.
Demonstrate empathy and understanding in patient interactions
Professionally handle objections, providing accurate information to address concerns and promote program participation.
Build and maintain trusting relationships to support ongoing patient engagement
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of products, services, and compliance requirements
Adapt communication style to suit individual patient preferences
Identify and address barriers using effective problem-solving skills to facilitate patient conversion and retention.
Persistently and professionally follow up with patients as needed
Exhibit patience and resilience when faced with challenges or resistance

Use your skills to make an impact

Technical Requirements:

Candidates must be proficient in electronic health record (EHR) systems and customer relationship management (CRM) platforms for accurate documentation and patient engagement tracking. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, secure messaging, and office productivity tools such as Microsoft Office Suite are required. The ability to quickly learn and utilize new technologies relevant to patient outreach and compliance is essential. Applicants must consistently maintain data privacy and comply with HIPAA and organizational security protocols when managing sensitive patient information.

Qualifications:

At least 2 years of experience in patient engagement, healthcare outreach, or a related field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage challenging conversations with empathy and professionalism
Proven track record of building relationships and influencing others while ensuring compliance
Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and patient needs
Strong commitment to ethical standards and regulatory compliance

Essential Skills and Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate strong active listening and effective communication skills to understand and address patient needs. The role requires empathy, professionalism in objection handling, and the ability to build trusting relationships with patients. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant programs and services is essential, along with adaptability in communication styles to suit individual preferences. Successful candidates will possess problem-solving abilities, persistence in follow-up, patience during interactions, and practice ethical persuasion while honoring patient autonomy and compliance standards.

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST OR 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST

Alert:

Humana values personal identify protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from Humana@myworkday.com with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana's secure website.

WAH Statement:

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; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership
Associates who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
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

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

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.

$45,000 - $60,900 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

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, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About us

About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient’s well-being.

CenterWell Home Health jobs

Telehealth Outreach Agent - WAH