Customer Service Specialist

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Your Role at Baxter The Customer Service Representative for Hillrom Respiratory Health is responsible for phone, email, and online interactions with patients, caregivers, healthcare teams, sales, and several internal teams to answer and resolve a wide variety of inquiries during the transition from hospital to home, as well as the Home Care environment. The HCCS representative interrogates to determine cause of failure and appropriate course of action. They assign device directly to patient, authorize shipment, return of warranty related issues for all devices and accessories in the Home Respiratory Health portfolio. This includes troubleshooting device and accessory complaints from the patient or caregiver to attempt resolution over the phone. HCCS reps assign devices to patients and are the hub of communication for our patients’ internal needs within Provider and Customer Operations department of Respiratory Health. **Heavy emphasis in phone interaction and detailed documentation in patient permanent record** What You'll Do: Establish rapid rapport with customers over the phone while maintaining a positive, professional, and empathetic demeanor Serve as a primary point of contact for customers/patients, account executives, and cross‑functional teams including clinical, financial, reimbursement, operations, and service partners Accurately assess customer needs and determine appropriate actions in accordance with Hillrom Respiratory Health guidelines Provide front-line technical phone support for respiratory products and electronic devices, clearly explaining procedures and escalating trends to Quality and R&D as needed Develop and maintain technical expertise in Respiratory Health devices, portal connectivity products, and ongoing support updates Correctly identify order types and warranty eligibility to ensure accurate billing, partnering closely with internal billing teams Utilize multiple systems, investigation techniques, and problem-solving skills to drive first-call resolution with speed and accuracy, while processing accounts, orders, shipping, rentals, returns, and complaints Manage pre- and post-sales service scenarios using independent judgment, including rotating after-hours phone coverage with occasional evening and weekend support What You'll Bring: Associate degree in business or related field, or equivalent work experience 3+ years of progressive experience in a customer service role; healthcare field desirable Previous experience in the healthcare field, preferred TIMS, JD Edwards or other third-party billing system experience preferred Experience with Microsoft Office Spanish-speaking skills a plus Candidate must be able to sit/stand in front of computer and be on phone for extended periods of time Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $51,200 - $70,400 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview. ​ Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico) This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter Equal Employment Opportunity Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. 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