What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Support Specialist- Anchorage, AK position at Triwest Healthcare?
This position will support the following military treatment facility : Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
Our Department of Defense contract requires US citizenship and a favorably adjudicated DOD background investigation for this position.
Veterans, Reservists, Guardsmen and military family members are encouraged to apply!
Must have US. Citizenship.
Job Summary
This position resides within the Military & Veteran Services (MVS) division and is assigned to support the internal staff of military treatment facilities (MTFs). The incumbent will also work closely with MTF staff to support TRICARE beneficiaries and provide non-clinical support for patient referrals and authorizations; outreach to network providers as necessary; and to facilitate the support of applicable TriWest departments for resolving network gaps, provider and contract concerns, customer service requests, and discharge coordination for patients from network and non-network facilities. Additionally, the incumbent will provide TRICARE educational briefings upon request and assist the Regional Director and other applicable MVS staff with support for the MTF(s) contingency exercises or actual contingency scenarios. This position will report to the MVS Regional Director. Dependent on location, the incumbent may be required to travel to multiple MTFs, or regional TriWest hubs.
Education & Experience
Required :
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
- US. Citizenship
- Must be able to receive a favorable Interim and adjudicated final Department of Defense (DoD) background investigation.
- 2 or more years of experience in working with the TRICARE Program in customer service and administrative support to clinical operations and providers services or equivalent roles.
- Demonstrated success working in a highly matrixed organizational environment.
Preferred :
Key Responsibilities
Responds to and assists MTF staff, the Regional Director, and other involved MVS team members with contingency planning for MTF contingency exercises or actual contingency scenarios in support of the MTF and TriWest contracted network providers as needed.
Competencies
Commitment to Task :
Ability to conform to established policies and procedures; exhibits high motivation.
Communication / People Skills :
Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate.
Information Management :
Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate clearly, and draw sound conclusions.
Organizational Skills :
Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented.
Problem Solving / Analysis :
Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; Has a realistic understanding of relevant issues.
Team-Building / Team Player :
Influence the actions and opinions of others in a positive direction and build group commitment.
Technical Skills :
Working knowledge of medical terminology and the authorization and referral process; Advanced telephone customer service and analysis skills; Proficient with data entry into on-line systems; Ability to cope in a fast-paced production environment and to effectively utilize multiple systems to perform function.
Working Conditions
Company Overview
Taking Care of Our Nation's Heroes.
It's Who We Are. It's What We Do.
Do you have a passion for serving those who served?
Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We're On a Mission to Serve®!
Our job is to make sure that America's heroes get connected to health care in the community.
At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we've proudly been on that important mission since 1996.
Benefits
We're more than just a health care company. We're passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes :
Medical, Dental and Vision CoverageGenerous paid time off401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insuranceTuition reimbursementPaid volunteer time
Equal Employment Opportunity
TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $73,000 - $80,000
