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Bon Secours Mercy Health
Ohio · Remote OK

Contact Specialist — SS Physician Services

Healthcare Admin 8.7 Work-LifeNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) Bon Secours

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect.

Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Contact Specialist - Work at Home - Ohio Contact Specialist role is a part of the Physicians Services, Enterprise Contact Center within Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Under the leadership of the Enterprise Contact Center Team, the Patient Engagement Specialist role is responsible for providing exceptional customer service while scheduling patients. This role is critical to the organizational success of providing a white glove patient experience with patient safety being a priority.

Responsibilities Primarily Supports Inquiries For

registration, general information, clinical connection, work queue and messaging Acts as first point of contact for inbound and outbound patient care inquiries and requests by omni-channel center Leverages CRM to perform front-line customer support and resolves most issues and utilizes critical thinking to determine what customer inquiries require Organizes work / resources to accomplish objectives Participates in Peer mentor/mentee program Proactively communicates issues or potential issues involving patient care and process improvement opportunities to your supervisor Demonstrates a willingness and ability to work collaboratively with others for concise and timely flow of information Meets productivity requirements to ensure excellent care is provided to patients Maintains stable performance under pressure and handles stress in ways to maintain relationships with patients and co-workers Maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality as set forth by BSMH and department policies Must be able to work with minimal supervision

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED. College experience preferred.

1-2 years of customer service experience required Contact Center experience-preferred Medical terminology preferred Critical Thinking and problem-solving skills required Active listening skills required Prior healthcare experience preferred Medical insurance experience is a plus Solid computer knowledge and skills, including the ability to navigate complex systems and ability to troubleshoot is required Ability to multi-task required Excellent written and verbal communication skills this include spelling and grammar required Previous experience using EPIC, Salesforce or other customer relationship management software preferred Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department: SS Physician Services - Enterprise Contact Center It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).

Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com. We believe your best is yet to come.

At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here.

Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

Key Responsibilities

The role serves as the first point of contact for patient inquiries via omni-channel centers, focusing on registration and scheduling. It involves leveraging CRM tools to provide high-quality customer support and ensuring patient safety and a 'white glove' experience.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of customer service experience. Proficiency in computer systems, strong communication skills, and experience with medical terminology or CRM software like Epic and Salesforce are preferred.

Key Skills

Patient SchedulingComputer TroubleshootingMulti-taskingWritten CommunicationCRM Navigation

Healthcare Administration Career Context

Of the 50 active Healthcare Administration listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 26% have no call, 78% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Healthcare Administration pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Contact Specialist — SS Physician Services at Bon Secours Mercy Health a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 3% of all Healthcare Administration healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no night shifts, remote work flexibility.

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  • No nights
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About Bon Secours Mercy Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Cincinnati, Ohio
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses
403(b) with employer contributions
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage
HSA/FSA options
Life insurances
Mental health resources
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave
Short- and long-term disability