
Care & Resolution Specialist
Required skills
- PBM
- health plan
- MTM
- call center
- pharmacy
- customer service
- healthcare
- CPhT
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM
Nice to have
- benefit investigations
- prior authorizations
- claims processing
- concierge-level support
- process improvements
Role summary
The Care & Resolution Specialist is a primary point of contact for complex member inquiries within Level 2 Member Services, ensuring compassionate and accurate resolution of escalated concerns. This role requires strong critical thinking, clinical awareness, and empathy, collaborating with internal teams, pharmacies, and prescribers to deliver a concierge-level service experience. Key responsibilities include managing prescription claims, authorizations, and other pharmacy benefit issues, maintaining knowledge of pharmacy benefit workflows, and fostering strong relationships with members and internal/external partners.
Title: Care & Resolution Specialist | FLSA: Non-Exempt |
Business Unit: Care Management / Member Services | Job Code: SM15000494 |
Reports To: Manager, Member Services or Director, Clinical Concierge Services | Job Classification: Full-Time |
Position Summary:
The Care & Resolution Specialist supports EmpiRx Health’s commitment to delivering white-glove, clinically driven member experiences by serving as the primary point of contact for complex member inquiries. This role ensures prompt, compassionate, and accurate resolution of escalated concerns within Level 2 Member Services. The incumbent demonstrates strong critical thinking, clinical awareness, and empathy in every interaction, working collaboratively across internal teams, pharmacies, and prescribers to ensure a seamless, concierge-level service experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Delivery & Case Management
- Respond promptly and professionally to inbound member calls and inquiries, ensuring each interaction is handled with empathy and precision.
- Monitor and enforce adherence toestablisheddaily processes, protocols, and escalation pathways.
- Serve as an administrative liaison between members, internal departments, and external partners (e.g., pharmacies, prescribers) tofacilitateaccurateandtimelyissueresolution.
- Manage and resolve cases related to prescription claims, authorizations, and other pharmacy benefit concerns, documenting outcomesin accordance withdepartmental standards.
- Apply sound judgment and empathy to develop effective and sustainable solutions for member issues.
- Support urgent or emergency override situations as necessary, following defined protocols.
Specialized Expertise
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of pharmacy benefit workflows, including mail order, specialty pharmacy, prior authorization, accumulator management, and cost containment programs.
- Demonstrate understanding of claims adjudication procedures, plan setup, and client-specific benefit allowances.
- Use analytical and critical thinking skills toidentifyroot causes of member issues and recommend process improvements.
- Stay current on EmpiRx Health program updates, products, and processes to ensureaccurateand compliant communication with members.
Relationship Management & Collaboration
- Foster collaboration with internal EmpiRx Health departments (e.g., Clinical, Client Management, Operations) to achievetimelyand high-quality service outcomes.
- Build trust and rapport with members through clear communication, transparency, and follow-up.
- Maintainaccuraterecords of member interactions, resolutions, and follow-ups within the member services system.
- Participate in team huddles, performance reviews, and training sessions to support continuous improvement.
- Performadditionalduties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational goals.
Education & Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a PBM, health plan, or medication therapy management (MTM) call center; or 4 years of experience in a hospital or retail pharmacy setting.
- At least 2 years of experience in a customer service-related field, preferably within healthcare or pharmacy.
- Prior experience with benefit investigations, prior authorizations, or claims processing preferred.
Licensure/Certifications
- Active Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)required.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong customer service orientation with a commitment to concierge-level support.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with active listening and empathy.
- Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite and related systems (CRM, ticketing, or case management tools).
- Ability to think critically, problem-solve, and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally to ensure resolution and client satisfaction.
VERSION HISTORY
Version No. | Effective Date | Authorized By (Name/Title) |
1.0 | October 2026 | Edlin Munoz C&RM - Care & Resolution Manager |
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