What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Work Comp Claims Adjuster (PA & NJ) position at Elite?
Job Title: Sr. Workers Compensation Claims Adjuster
POSITION SUMMARY: Under minimal supervision manages all aspects of indemnity claims handling from inception to conclusion within established authority and guidelines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred); three (3) or more years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
POSITION SUMMARY: Under minimal supervision manages all aspects of indemnity claims handling from inception to conclusion within established authority and guidelines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adjuster can work from the Philadelphia, PA office or can work remotely from home if approved by hiring manager.
- Effectively manages a caseload of 125 to 150 workers’ compensation files, including very complex claims.*
- Jurisdiction is PA, NJ*
- Initiates and conducts investigation in a timely manner.*
- Determines compensability of claims and administer benefits, based upon state law and in accordance with established Company guidelines.*
- Manages medical treatment and medical billing, authorizing as appropriate.*
- Refers cases to outside defense counsel. Directs and manages as appropriate.*
- Communicates with claimants, providers and vendors regarding claims issues.*
- Computes and set reserves within Company guidelines. Limits are larger than those allowed for Claims Adjuster I and Claims Adjuster II.*
- Settles and/or finalize all claims and obtains authority as designated.*
- Maintains diary system for case review and documents file to reflect the status and work being performed on the file.*
- Communicates appropriate information promptly to the client to resolve claims efficiently, including any injury trends or other safety related concerns.*
- Involves COMPANY loss control staff when appropriate.*
- Adheres to all Company policies and procedures.*
- Conducts file reviews independently.*
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred); three (3) or more years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Technical knowledge of statutory regulations and medical terminology.
- Analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to convey technical details to claimants, clients and staff.
- Ability to interact with persons at all levels in the business environment.
- Ability to independently and effectively manage very complex claims.
- Proficient in Word and Excel (preferred).
- No licenses required for the state of PA or NJ