Workers Compensation Assistant

Building Location: 5th Avenue Building - BHC Department: 1007950 WORKERS COMP CONTESTED CLAIM - EH SS Job Description: Provides efficient and effective response to inquiries from worker' compensation insurers, employers and patients regarding Workers’ Compensation issues. Coordinates requests for medical legal letters by maintaining tracking information in database, preparing information for the provider and the department manager, and responding to attorney inquiries as to status of requests. Accurately and efficiently bills insurers and attorneys for services provided. Provides support to program manager and paralegal with tasks that include maintenance of files (hard copies and electronic), mailing documents, and obtaining notarization as directed. Provide support to department by ordering office supplies and tracking expenses. This person will be responsible for daily support of the medical review specialist with healthcare provider report forms. This individual will work as a liaison between the medical review specialist, providers, and insurance companies to ensure documents are completed in alignment with Minnesota and Wisconsin statutes. Education Qualifications: Required Experience: 2 years office experience, working with medical records. Qualifying experience includes, but is not limited to, record analysis, experience with worker's compensation documents and filing procedures, and EMR processing. Proficiency in EPIC, Excel, Word, and Outlook systems You might be a good fit if you... Are a collaborative team member who fosters trust, supports colleagues, and aligns with and upholds organizational culture and values Have prior experience in Workers Compensation either for an organization's legal team or for an insurance provider Have worked with Electronic Medical Records or have general experience within the healthcare space Experience with shared files, Adobe, and Foxit Have served as a Workers’ Compensation Paralegal, Claims Assistant, Claims Coordinator, Medical Records Specialist, Workers’ Compensation Intake Specialist, or another legal position such as a Paralegal Assistant Are looking for a part- time role that will work with your schedule Why this role? Enjoy a part- time role with flexible scheduling and some remote work ability that allows you the work/life balance you are looking for Gain valuable experience in the legal field by working alongside other talented and knowledgeable legal professionals Work in a professional but collaborative, positive, and supportive team environment Onsite Nature: This role will be predominantly onsite, especially during the first 90 days for training. After that, this individual may have some remote work flexibility based on performance and output. The team is open to a predominantly remote role for the right candidate - individual must have prior experience in Workers Compensation and be located in the state of Minnesota (or Northern Wisconsin). Licensure/Certification Qualifications: None FTE: 0.6 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Hybrid Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 0730 Shift End Time: 1600 Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: DC USWA Main & Neighborhoods (DCUMN) Union Posting Deadline: 04/8/2026 Compensation Range: $18.15 - $27.04 Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000. To search for more jobs, please CLICK HERE. Find more than a job. Find more in yourself. Find your calling. Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others. Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.

Salary : $18 - $27