Customer Service Representative I

Customer Service Representative I - Metairie, LA - Monday to Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM

Answersand resolvestelephone inquiries/requests initiated by customers or prospective customers in a prompt, accurate and courteous manner.

Pay Range: $17.20+ per hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

* Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
* 15 PTO days first year
* Paid Holidays
* Annual Bonus Opportunity
* 401(k) with matching contributions
* Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Blueprint for Wellness
* Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours
* Opportunities for career advancement
* Training provided!

• Use proper telephone etiquette and all available resources torespond to incoming customer inquiries,requestsand complaints competently and courteously.
• Troubleshoot inquiries and follow up with customers on issues that cannot be resolved immediately.
• Complete all required documentation associated with the handling of calls andmaintain complete and accurate records.
• Report laboratory results to clients and patients using established protocols.
• Follow through in a timely manner toresolveall issues and concerns.
• Escalate issues as appropriate to keep supervisor informed ofclient concerns,problemsor deviations from established procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet thebusiness needs orcustomer requirements. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required WorkExperience:

N/A

Preferred Work Experience:

One (1) to two (2) years of customer service and/or related health care experiencepreferred. Previous medical or clinical laboratory background preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. (Typing)

Knowledge:

• Proper telephone etiquette to handle customerinquiries
• Basic knowledge of operating office equipment
• Understand the importance of Quality Service and how it ismeasured

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills(oral and written)necessary to effectively interact with customers andco-workers
• Proficiency in basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Abilityto multi-taskand work in afast-pacedenvironment
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Good listening skills
• Ability to maintain professional and tactful manner in stressfulsituations
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidentialmanner

EDUCATION
High School Diploma or Equivalent(Required)

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets