Health Insurance Agent

Health Insurance Agent (Russian speaking)

Compensation and Benefits

● Salary 50K + 3% Annual salary increases
● Bonus program
● Contributions to health insurance are 50%
● Paid time off (vacation and personal/sick days)
● Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within the agency
● On the job training with the ability to advance

Job Qualifications

Education

● HS Diploma or higher educational level
● Active New York State Health Insurance Producer License is required
● Knowledge of the English and Russian languages is required. Other languages are a plus
● Basic computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to use technology

Skills

● Strong communication, social and marketing skills
● Ability to work with a diverse population, including people of different ethnicity and cultural backgrounds
● Capability of meeting deadlines
● Time management skills
● Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
● Detail-oriented
● No previous experience is required, but preferred.
● Ethical behavior and integrity are a must.
● Consumer relations management
● B2B marketing skills
● Ability to build an insurance practice through establishing professional networks and prospecting for new clients, including engaging your community and leveraging personal networks and contacts.
● Professional business demeanor.
● Perseverance in the face of a challenge

Responsibilities

● Responsible for achieving monthly, quarterly, and annual enrollment goals and growth targets, as established by management
● Assist potentially eligible recipients with the enrollment process into marketplace health insurance plans
● Provide education and support to individuals who are navigating a complex system by assisting consumers with the application process, explaining requirements and necessary documentation
● Identify and educate prospects on all aspects of the plan including answering questions regarding plan's features and benefits and walking client through the required disclosures
● Submit all completed applications, adhering to submission deadline dates as imposed by NYSOH enrollment guidelines and requirements
● Responsible for identifying and assisting current members who are due to re-certify their healthcare coverage by completing the annual recertification application including adding on additional eligible family members
● Respond to inquiries from prospective and existing members within the marketing guidelines
● Must adhere to all NYSOH rules and regulations as applicable for health insurance agent functions
● Participate in events and community outreach projects as assigned by management
● Establish and maintain good working relationships with external business partners such as hospital and provider organizations, city agencies and community-based organizations where enrollment activities are conducted
● Address member’s inquiries with regards to premium payments, selection of primary care physician, etc.
● Develop and strengthen relations to generate new opportunities
● Attend community health fairs and events as required
● Occasional weekend or evening availability for special events

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