DGS Guest Services Specialist I

Respond professionally, promptly, and courteously to e-mail and e-faxed referrals and/or requests for treatment options Request placement and/or respond to inquiries regarding treatment options via e-fax, e-mail, and/or other designated contacts Adhere to performance metrics and quality assurance call standards Maintain data forms e-faxed from the field and enter in the appropriate database Under the direction and supervision of the supervisor, develop and enhance processes to ensure effective growth within placements as well as treatment option modalities Build positive relationships with DaVita teammates across the Village and provide customer service excellence Achieve the metrics and goals set for the department Work during expanded/non-traditional hours to serve patients and teammates (in different time zones) Comply with all HIPAA regulations regarding patient information to assure confidentiality of patient health information (PHI) Ability & willingness to learn about Kidney Disease and related topics Excellent customer relationship and inter-company network building skills First-class 'Red Carpet' customer-centered skills Ability to empathize with Guests under stressful circumstances and yet remain operationally effective and focused on business goal Organized multi-tasker with excellent time management and prioritization skills Attention to accuracy of details and relentless follow-through with a curious and investigative inclination Ability to proactively add knowledge gained to the CRM databases to improve processes and help refine procedures Ability/willingness to work overtime Ability to understand and follow DGS and DaVita employment policies and procedures Adherence to achieving the metrics and goals that are set for the department and receptivity to constructive feedback and development Consistent, regular, punctual attendance as scheduled is an essential responsibility of this position Liaises with DaVita teammates at other locations to provide customer service excellence Perform other duties as assigned Able and willing to work overtime as required Understand and follow DGS and DaVita teammate policies and procedures

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:

A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter. Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average. Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential. Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions. A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future. Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.

High School diploma or equivalent required Minimum of 6 mo nths' related experience required Data entry speed of 25-40 keystrokes per minute required Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook

Join us as we pursue our vision " To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen . "

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We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background verification checks.