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Jennifer L. Forstadt

1308 Jewett Holmwood Rd. Orchard Park,NY

Summary

Diligent Escalation Manager with solid background in managing client relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction. Proven track record in handling escalated customer issues, conducting thorough root cause analyses, and delivering effective solutions that enhance member and group satisfaction. Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying compliance and process improvements. Committed to maintaining high standards of service and acting as a reliable resource for senior management. Skilled at influencing without authority to gain buy in from others to achieve results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Servicing Escalation Account Manager

United Healthcare
01.2023 - Current

• Respond to and resolve escalated issues from external and internal customers
• Advocate for clients with internal audiences to ensure their needs are met
• Drive and participate in effective implementation and delivery of new client services/solutions in collaboration with implementation teams
• Coordinate with internal functions and business leaders to complete projects and address ongoing service needs
• Recommend improvements to internal stakeholders for effective implementation and delivery of client services/solutions
• Prepare leadership summaries outlining findings and resolution of issues
• Conduct root cause analysis by identifying potential compliance, process, or systemic breakdowns; communicate findings to management; ensure appropriate actions are being taken for remediation of breakdowns
• Identify solutions to non-standard requests and problems
• Work with minimal guidance, seeking guidance on only the most complex tasks
• Coach, provide feedback, and guide others, including creating training materials for newly introduced platforms and refresher courses
• Act as a resource for others with less experience

Senior Advocate4Me Rep.

United Healthcare
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provided expertise and customer service support to members as part of UnitedHealthcare Advocate4Me model.
  • Engaged in direct phone-based customer interaction to address complex member needs and recommend services to close gaps in care.
  • Authorized claims payments or referred claims to investigators for further review.
  • Anticipated customer needs and proactively identified solutions.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in a timely manner.

Advocate4Me Rep.

United Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Provided expertise and customer service support to members as part of UnitedHealthcare Advocate4Me model.
  • Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
  • Identified and exceeded customer expectations to improve the customer experience.
  • Continuously learned and developed skills to enhance service delivery.

Education

Elementary Education -

Medaille College
Buffalo
01.2004

Skills

  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Timely complaint management
  • Clear and concise communication
  • Account management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Coaching and development
  • Client relations
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • ISET/ACET
  • UNET

Accomplishments

    CLL score 4/5 annually

    2023 Service Hero Nominee

Affiliations

  • Site Macro Champ
  • Career Ladder Participant 2024-2025
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee 2021-2025
  • Advocacy Council 2023-2024

Timeline

Servicing Escalation Account Manager

United Healthcare
01.2023 - Current

Senior Advocate4Me Rep.

United Healthcare
03.2022 - 01.2023

Advocate4Me Rep.

United Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2022

Elementary Education -

Medaille College
Jennifer L. Forstadt