Operations Associate, Care Advisor at Function Health – Austin, Texas

Operations Associate, Care AdvisorFull-time Location: Remote; we are specifically looking for candidates to work in the MST OR PST time zones only.
Company Overview:
Function Health is the AI operating system for health, designed to empower people to live 100 healthy years. Through advanced diagnostics, deep biomarker testing, longitudinal data, and AI-enabled insights, Function equips hundreds of thousands of members with the intelligence to take control of both the quality and length of their lives. Function has been recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2024 and is venture-backed by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), with a recently announced $298M Series B.
Function's Imaging Team powers one of the most advanced cancer screening platforms in the world, offering AI-driven MRI scans across 13 organs at 180+ imaging facilities in 150+ cities across the US and abroad. This infrastructure sits at the core of Function's mission to move healthcare from reactive to proactive, and is scaling rapidly as part of the company's next chapter of growth.
We are building a world-class team that believes deeply in that mission, operates with a relentless bias toward action, and brings the technical rigor to match the ambition.
Role:As a Operations Associate, Care Advisor on the imaging team, you will be the operational backbone ensuring a seamless member experience. This is primarily a backend operations role with customer-facing responsibilities, focused on executing the numerous detailed tasks required to move members through the screening process efficiently. You'll drive process improvement, automation initiatives, and operational excellence while serving as a key contributor to product development through frontline insights. You will also be the main point of contact for members throughout their journey.
Reporting to the VP of Operations, you will work closely with the Clinical team and partner facilities to ensure all operational requirements are met for an exceptional member experience. You are responsible for orchestrating the complex workflow between clinical teams and scanning sites, proactively identifying bottlenecks, and implementing solutions that enhance both efficiency and member satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:

• Execute and manage all backend operational tasks required to move members through the process efficiently.
• Partner with sites to ensure members are scheduled, paperwork is ready, and radiology reports and images are retrieved promptly when they are ready.
• Thoroughly understand and apply standard operating procedures to ensure high-quality service delivery and document best practices for consistent execution across the team.
• Continuously seek ways to eliminate manual tasks and improve operational efficiency and member satisfaction.
• Serve as the main point of contact for members should they have any difficulties throughout the member journey.
• Proactively contact members to secure any missing medical information before their scan appointment.
• Act as the liaison for any site issues that arise, facilitating quick and effective resolution.
• Work closely with the clinical team to ensure seamless handoffs and information flow.
• Contribute to product development by identifying opportunities for improvements and reporting issues encountered during daily operations.

Qualifications/Skills:

• 1-5 years in a customer service and operations role
• Bachelor’s or Higher
• Operational Excellence: Strong process management and execution skills with proven ability to handle complex, multi-step workflows efficiently and accurately.
• Service Excellence: Excellent customer service and communication skills. Proven ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Exceptional Interpersonal Skills: Highly empathetic and able to understand and respond to the needs of customers. Resourceful and proactive in addressing customer needs and operational challenges.
• Strong Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management abilities, allowing you to effectively multitask and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Problem-Solving & Process Improvement: Analytical mindset with demonstrated ability to identify inefficiencies, propose solutions, and implement process improvements. Resourceful and proactive in addressing operational challenges.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with technology and able to quickly learn new systems and processes. Ability to identify technical issues and contribute to product development discussions.
• Healthcare Background: Familiarity with a medical environment is a plus.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:As a Operations Associate, Care Advisor, you'll have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions within a fast-growing organization committed to early cancer detection. You’ll also have access to:

• Base Compensation Range: $65,000 - $95,000
• Stock options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
• Flexible work environment.
• Team off-sites and wellness initiatives.
• Competitive vacation policy.
• A culture that emphasizes continuous learning and personal growth.

We value our team and offer a competitive salary, equity and benefits package, flexible, fully-remote working hours, and a dynamic work environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged. If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about using technology to improve people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.
Join the Function Health team and become a part of our mission to revolutionize healthcare. Work with us to make a difference in the lives of thousands, ensuring a healthier future for all. Discover more about us and how we're changing the face of healthcare at Function Health.
Important Notice: Legitimate communication from the Function Health team will always come from an email address ending in @functionhealth.com. Function Health will never request personal information such as banking details or payment during the hiring process. Please be cautious of communications or job offers that come from other email domains, instant messaging platforms, or unsolicited calls. If you ever have doubts about the legitimacy of a communication, please reach out to us directly at talent@functionhealth.com.

CompensationThe base pay range for this role is $65,000 – $85,000 per year.