Quality Specialist III

Workforce Classification:

Telecommuter

 

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Are you passionate about driving quality and making a meaningful difference in the lives of members? As a Quality Specialist III, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring every member experience meets the highest standards of excellence. Your expertise will directly impact member satisfaction and trust by safeguarding compliance, supporting audit processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement—helping us deliver care and service our members can rely on, every step of the way.

The Quality Specialist III is responsible for conducting and overseeing Premera’s compliance with corporate audit programs such as the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) Local Operations Scorecard (LOS) and Licensee Desk Level Audit (LDLA), the Federal Employee Program (FEP) audit and tier  II support to customer service representatives and QA teams, both offshore and onshore, along with ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, contracts and the achievement of corporate objectives. The Quality Specialist III has the ability to audit a wide variety of audits and is considered a technical expert. In addition to conducting complex audits, the Quality Specialist III is also responsible for hands-on training to assist auditors on auditing techniques and practices. The Quality Specialist III ensures the Quality Review & Reporting (QRR) team has the necessary tools, processes, procedures and training needed to support the end-to-end audit process. They evaluate business needs, legal/compliance documents and lead calibration meetings. They will also guide/recommend training on new or modified auditing methods or systems, analyze system and process enhancement requests, evaluate quality and compliance within the department, and recommend appropriate employee development and training opportunities. The Quality Specialist III acts in a consulting capacity with other departments to identify opportunities for improvement throughout the company and assist in the coordination of project based as well as external customer audits.

What you will do:

• Lead and organize training for all Quality Specialists on audit processes, procedures, and tools.
• Conduct complex audits and verifying quality standards for selected inquiries and make decisions whether discrepant information meets BCBSA and FEP audit requirements, state, and federal mandates.
• Provide second-level support on escalated issues and audit findings.
• Collaborate with team members, OCLD, and management to identify training gaps and business needs and implement actions while partnering to address these issues.
• Review, evaluate, and provide feedback on trainees’ audits and learning processes.
• Act as a consultant with external departments to help resolve high-impact business issues by recommending action plans related to quality assurance.
• Assist the Data Reporting Analyst in collecting data and providing analyses for various issues across the department and other functional areas.
• Foster a training and auditing culture that values diversity of thought, leveraging team member strengths to achieve team goals.
• Assist with external audits and lead special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will bring:

• Four (4) years of customer service, claims or membership and billing experience in a call center, healthcare, or insurance environment (Required).
• Two (2) years of experience in training or audit functions (Required).
• Experience with operational procedures (Required).

• Completion of internal or external courses dealing with facilitation skills, conflict management, dealing with difficult people, etc.

• Quality certification such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), Quality Process Analyst Certification (CQPA).
• Bachelor’s Degree or four years related experience.

What you will gain:

Audit Expertise: Individuals in this role would continue to refine their ability to conduct a wide variety of audits, analyze audit findings, and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.

Training and Development: The role emphasizes hands-on training, development of training materials, and use of adult learning techniques, fostering ongoing growth in instructional skills and employee development strategies.

Process Improvement: Quality Specialists III regularly lead process improvement initiatives, requiring them to enhance their skills in evaluating business needs, implementing solutions, and driving organizational change.

Data Analysis: This position supports data collection and analysis across departments, so developing advanced analytical and reporting skills is essential for success and continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Acting as a consultant and liaison with external departments and IT, the role supports growth in communication, stakeholder management, and the ability to coordinate across diverse teams.

Physical Requirements:
The following have been identified as essential physical requirements of this job and must be performed with or without an accommodation:
This is primarily a sedentary role which requires the ability to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. This role requires the ability to keyboard and to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone.

Premera total rewards

Our comprehensive total rewards package provides support, resources, and opportunities to help employees thrive and grow. Our total rewards are more than a collection of perks, they're a reflection of our commitment to your health and well-being. We offer a broad array of rewards including physical, financial, emotional, and community benefits, including:

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums.

• Voluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance for paw parents.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Retirement programs, including a 401K employer match and, believe it or not, a pension plan that is vested after 3 years of service.

• Wellness incentives with a wide range of mental well-being resources for you and your dependents, including counseling services, stress management programs, and mindfulness programs, just to name a few.

• Generous paid time off to reenergize.

• Looking for continuing education? We have tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate degrees.

• Employee recognition program to celebrate anniversaries, team accomplishments, and more.

For our hybrid employees, our on-campus model provides flexibility to create your own routine with access to on-site resources, networking opportunities, and team engagement.

• Commuter perks make your trip to work less impactful on the environment and your wallet.

• Free convenient on-site parking.

• Subsidized on-campus cafes make lunchtime connections with colleagues fun and affordable.

• Participate in engaging on-site activities such as health and wellness events, coffee connects, disaster preparedness fairs and more.

• Our complementary fitness & well-being center offers both in-person and virtual workouts and nutritional counseling.

• Need a brain break? Challenge someone to a game of shuffleboard or ping pong while on campus.

Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action:

Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Premera seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you need an accommodation to apply online for positions at Premera, please contact Premera Human Resources via email at careers@premera.com or via phone at 425-918-4785.

Premera is hiring in the following states, with some limitations based on role or city: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin.

The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience.

The salary range for this role is posted below; we generally target up to and around the midpoint of the range.

National Salary Range:

$52,400.00 - $78,600.00

National Plus Salary Range:

$59,800.00 - $89,700.00

*National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska.

We’re happy to discuss compensation further during the interview because we believe that open communication leads to better outcomes for all. We’re committed to creating an environment where all employees are celebrated for their unique skills and contributions.