Remote Entry Level Coding Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Member Contact Call Center Agent
Job No: 541433
Work Type: Full-time
Location: REMOTE OPTIONS, VARIOUS-STATEWIDE, PHOENIX
Categories: Administrative Support/Customer Service, Research
AHCCCS
Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System
Accountability, Community, Innovation, Leadership, Passion, Quality, Respect, Courage, Teamwork
The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona's Medicaid agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility.
AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. Among government agencies, AHCCCS is recognized for high employee engagement and satisfaction, supportive leadership, and flexible work environments, including remote work opportunities. With career paths for seasoned professionals in a variety of fields, entry-level positions, and internship opportunities, AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry.
Come join our dynamic and dedicated team.
Member Contact Call Center Agent
Division of Member and Provider Services (DMPS)
Job Location:
Address: 150 N. 18th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85007
This position has the potential to work in a Virtual Office/Telecommute setting based on the unit needs and the individual meeting agency requirements.
Posting Details:
Salary: $33,519
Grade: 15
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Closing Date: June 7, 2026
Job Summary:
The position is responsible for identifying complex problems through research, analysis and decision-making skills and finding the correct resources for resolution. Update PMMIS and other subsystems with eligibility, enrollment, demographic, Medicare and other pertinent data. Handle call center calls, answer questions, respond to email escalations or complete problem reports or referrals. Contact other outside agencies such as DES or SSA via email when discrepancies are identified.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Handle incoming calls within the established call center guidelines.
• Conducts research and takes action on the most complex case discrepancies utilizing multiple and computer information systems to obtain the information necessary to further quantify the problems and to determine what action or actions need to be taken to correct the discrepancies..
• Resolves problems and reports discrepancies related to eligibility and enrollment using extensive knowledge of policies and procedures related to all AHCCCS eligibility. Following research which include oral and written inquiries to the eligibility sources, updates systems and documents all actions taken.
• Reads, reviews and applies knowledge of AHCCCS and departmental policies, rules and procedures when working discrepancies to ensure compliance. Keeps current on new policies and procedures. Is back-up to all OCARE call centers by handling incoming calls within the established call center guidelines.
• Is a team resource to answer policy, procedural or systems related questions and helps develop Standard Work Processes for researching and resolving discrepancies.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge:
• ALTCS, SSA, DES, Medicare AHCCCS and other eligibility programs and systems.
• Codes, values, logic, system processes which include HEAplus, PMMIS, Medicare, as well as other eligibility systems.
• Experience in dealing with complex types of problems and reports with each of these systems.
• Complete understanding of AHCCCS & DES policies and procedures for all categories and programs regarding eligibility and enrollment.
• Customer service techniques.
• Call center environment.
• Arizona Management System.
Skills:
• Skilled in working independently and taking initiative.
• Expectation technical, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Interprets and utilizes complex rules and procedures.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Skilled in the use of computers.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
Abilities:
• Complete heavy workload and special projects quickly and accurately.
• Exercise tact and positive interpersonal interactions.
• Quickly grasp changes and new policy procedures and rules.
• Understand multiple subsystems and to update system data accurately.
Selective Preference(s):
Minimum: One year of experience in a multi-functional customer service environment.
Preferred: Experience working in medical eligibility, enrollment, claims processing or claims customer service. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
• Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are:
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - start earning it your 1st day (prorated for part-time employees)
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military.
• A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
• A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
• RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
• A variety of learning and career development opportunities
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
Lifetime Pension Benefit Program
• Administered through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Defined benefit plan that provides for life-long income upon retirement.
• Required participation for Long-Term Disability (LTD) and ASRS Retirement plan.
• Pre-taxed payroll contributions begin after a 27-week waiting period (prior contributions may waive the waiting period).
Deferred Retirement Compensation Program
• Voluntary participation.
• Program administered through Nationwide.
• Tax-deferred retirement investments through payroll deductions.
Contact Us:
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing careers@azahcccs.gov.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Advertised: 04 Jun 2026 US Mountain Standard Time
Applications close: 07 Jun 2026 US Mountain Standard Time
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