Occupation information for

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.

Currently Employed: 440

Yearly Projected Openings: 10

Typical Hourly Wage: $10.49 - $17.14

Typical Annual Salary: $21,800 - $35,600

• Ask questions in accordance with instructions to obtain various specified information, such as person's name, address, age, religious preference, or state of residency.
• Perform patient services, such as answering the telephone or assisting patients with financial or 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.
• Compile, record, and code results or 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.
• Assist individuals in filling out applications or questionnaires.
• Locate and list addresses and households.
• Explain survey objectives and procedures to interviewees and interpret survey questions to help interviewees' comprehension.
• Identify and resolve inconsistencies in interviewees' responses by means of appropriate questioning or explanation.