National
| Median wages (2008) |
$13.53 hourly, $28,140 annual |
| Employment (2006) |
221,000 employees |
| Projected growth (2006-2016) |
Average (7% to 13%)
|
| Projected need (2006-2016) |
79,000 additional employees |
43-4111.00 - Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan
Interview persons by telephone, mail, in person, or by other means for the purpose of completing forms, applications, or questionnaires. Ask specific questions, record answers, and assist persons with completing form. May sort, classify, and file forms.
Sample of reported job titles:
Interviewer, Admissions Clerk, Admissions Representative, Registrar, Registration Clerk, Market Research Interviewer, Research Interviewer, Patient Services Representative, Telephone Interviewer, Admissions Coordinator
Tasks
- Ask questions in accordance with instructions to obtain various specified information such as person's name, address, age, religious preference, and state of residency.
- Compile, record and code results and data from interview or survey, using computer or specified form.
- Contact individuals to be interviewed at home, place of business, or field location, by telephone, mail, or in person.
- Identify and report problems in obtaining valid data.
- Meet with supervisor daily to submit completed assignments and discuss progress.
- Perform patient services, such as answering the telephone and assisting patients with financial and medical questions.
- Review data obtained from interview for completeness and accuracy.
- Ensure payment for services by verifying benefits with the person's insurance provider or working out financing options.
- Assist individuals in filling out applications or questionnaires.
- Locate and list addresses and households.
