What are the responsibilities and job description for the EDI Data Exchange Specialist position at GBS Benefits, Inc.?
Job Summary
">We are seeking a highly motivated EDI Data Exchange Specialist to join our team at GBS Benefits, Inc. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing and supporting electronic data exchange processes with clients and insurance carriers.
">Duties and Responsibilities
">- Work closely with various insurance carriers across the country to establish EDI connections.
- Map, test, and deliver outbound data files to insurance carriers.
- Set up and maintain test data, test electronic transaction interfaces with internal team members and third parties.
- Perform daily EDI activities including transmission verification, troubleshooting, analysis, problem solving, exception handling and reprocessing as necessary to ensure reliable and successful operations.
- Provide front-level support for data issues: analyzing, resolving, and documenting issues according to established service agreements.
- Communicate with co-workers, trading partners, and third parties as requested to provide technical assistance regarding data quality and related issues.
- Collaborate in continuously improving EDI integration processes and data quality.
- Stay current on industry data exchange file formats (e.g., XML, X12, API).
- Keep current on EDI tools, techniques, and best practices.
Requirements
">- Able to independently exercise sound judgment for defined job duties, obtain results, troubleshoot problems, and formulate solutions.
- A self-starter and highly motivated individual.
- A high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Able to multi-task, prioritize, and organize in a fast-paced environment.
- A proven ability to work effectively alone and on a multi-disciplinary team.
Education and Experience
">- An associate degree or 2 years of related IT experience.
- Excel skills required (formulas and v-lookup used daily).
- 1 years of experience querying, manipulating, and transforming data.
- General knowledge of file transfer protocols.
- A strong work ethic.
- Tech-savvy.
- Excellent communication (written and oral) skills.
- Prior HRIS and CS ticketing system experience is helpful.
