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Claims Representative - IAP
PRIMARY PURPOSE : To be oriented and trained as new industry professional with the ability to analyze workers compensation, general liability or disability claims and determine benefits due.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Attendance and completion of designated classroom claims professional training program.
Performs on-the-job training activities including:
Adjusting lost-time workers compensation claims under close supervision. May be assigned medical only claims.
Adjusting low and mid-level liability and/or physical damage claims under close supervision.
Processing disability claims of minimal disability duration under close supervision.
Documenting claims files and properly coding claim activity.
Communicating claim action/processing with claimant and client.
Supporting other claims examiners and claims supervisors with larger or more complex claims as assigned.
Participates in rotational assignments to provide temporary support for office needs.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience as outlined below.
Experience
No experience required with college degree. State license, self-insured certificate, WCCA/WCCP designation, or completion of the Sedgwick Claims Progression Program required without a degree. Prior claims experience preferred.
Skills and Knowledge
Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Analytical skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental : Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical : Computer keyboarding, travel as required
Auditory/Visual : Hearing, vision and talking
NOTE : Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do. Caring counts
Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions. Every day, in every time zone, the most well-known and respected organizations place their trust in us to help their employees regain health and productivity, guide their consumers through the claims process, protect their brand and minimize business interruptions. Our more than 30,000 colleagues across 80 countries embrace our shared purpose and values as they demonstrate what it means to work for an organization committed to doing the right thing - one where caring counts. Watch this video to learn more about us. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywxedjBGSfA)
