Healthcare · Contract
Direct employerMedical Contact Centre Assistant (1 Year Fixed-Term Contract)
NairobiMid level · Not statedDeadline not published by employerChecked 19 Oct 2026

About this role
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Role overview
Britam is hiring a Medical Contact Centre Assistant on a one-year fixed-term contract in Nairobi. This role suits candidates with a nursing or related medical diploma or degree and experience in customer service within the medical or insurance sector.
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What you will do
- Answer customer calls and emails professionally and provide information.
- Log cases in the CRM system and assign tickets to the correct person or department.
- Handle customer queries, complaints, and instructions received via calls and emails.
- Interact with clients, intermediaries, and service providers to ensure care is provided according to policy guidelines.
- Set parameters for admission cases including claim reserves, initial authorized costs, cover benefits, and duration.
- Respond to queries by interviewing clients and verifying information, liaising with underwriters on coverage.
- Ensure medical scheme members receive round-the-clock attention.
- Prepare periodic reports on medical matters for management.
- Maintain and improve quality by adhering to standards and recommending improved procedures.
- Issue outpatient approvals via email as per service level agreements.
- Facilitate patient admissions and discharges appropriately.
- Log interactions in the CRM for traceability and visibility.
- Maintain and monitor telephone budget to ensure lines divert to E1 lines.
- Operate within the approved Delegated Authority Matrix.
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Nursing or a related medical field.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role.
- Knowledge of insurance regulatory requirements.
- Knowledge of Britam products and services.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.