Supervisor, Access Center

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Job Location (Full Address): 905 Elmgrove Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14624 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 900021 UR Med Access Center Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCA 209 H Compensation Range: $25.79 - $33.52 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities: Provides leadership, management and support to assigned Access Center staff to ensure consistent and high-quality performance.

Supervises, mentors, coordinates and monitors the work activity of employees and develops goals and objectives for the team. Maintains a positive work environment and communicates in a respectful and professional manner with customers and coworkers. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Supervises and provides direction to a team of assigned staff. Assists managing daily operations by providing guidance and instruction to the Access Center Team to ensure the department runs efficiently. Performs various quality assurance techniques to ensure reps are delivering excellent customer service with every interaction.

Monitors written documentation to verify accurate and useful content, including but not limited to, patient charts, emails and chats. Prepares and delivers meaningful performance evaluations. Educates and coaches staff to deliver the highest level of customer de-escalation and recovery.

Facilitates programs and activities for employee recognition, process improvement and morale. Manages all employee performance issues and documentation of performance conversations, including corrective actions in a timely manner. Consults with Manager and HR regarding disciplinary actions.

Fosters a positive work environment that encourages diversity and inclusivity. Establishes open, honest, and candid feedback so staff members are consistently meeting individual and departmental goals. Standardizes and maintains expert knowledge of assigned programs and protocols.

Promotes positive business relationships in functional areas with Clinical Program Leaders/Staff, HR, etc. Applies and understands UR policies and procedures, including state and federal programs such as FMLA, DBL, PFL, etc. Effectively implements Access Center operations and related workforce management knowledge and skills to assist in supporting departmental objectives.

Comprehends, utilizes and educates staff on the Access Center IT applications and telecom system to achieve departmental, team, and individual call metrics. Understands call center industry to manage and balance the priorities of the department. Maintains an understanding of call routing and voicemail systems to troubleshoot issues.

Effectively communicates and collaborates with internal and external customers to ensure an integrated approach to service. Utilizes good judgment and professionalism to effectively de-escalate and resolve patient, consumer or physician complaints. Determines when situations warrant escalation.

Alerts appropriate personnel when disruptions in automated activities and/or computer systems potentially hinder the ability to assist customers. Conducts screenings and interviews for various roles within the Access Center. Delivers training to staff on new programs, scripts and protocols, ensuring team members have the appropriate training and tools to be successful in roles.

Participates in the development and implementation of cross-training staff for Access Center efficiencies and overall job satisfaction. Develops and implements necessary instructional materials to ensure staff is prepared to deliver consistent and excellent customer service. Ensures proper registration and insurance pre-verification management processes are followed, including warm transfers to centralized functions.

Handles high level, escalated patient issues, consulting with Patient Relations, administrators, physicians and nurses as needed to ensure customer issues are addressed in a timely manner. Identifies improvement opportunities and makes changes as appropriate to resolve operational issues. Recommends and participates in the development of short- and long-term service improvement strategies.

Recommends and implements operational changes or enhancements to improve productivity and efficiency. Works closely with Workforce Management team to recognize trends and other recurring improvement opportunities. Regularly solicits staff input and feedback and encourages participation of all staff.

Assists in the analysis of customer satisfaction and quality assurance surveys to improve service and make recommendations for change. On occasion, may require 24x7 availability for crisis, emergency situations, and/or special call center projects. Answers customer inquiries as needed and provides a positive example for the rest of the team.

Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Associate's degree and 2 years of leadership experience required Or equivalent combination of education and experience 1 year of call center experience preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of MS Office required Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Knowledge of telephonic equipment and relevant computer programs required The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).

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