Lost Time Claims Adjuster – Workers' Compensation

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Managing lost time and medical only Workers' Compensation claims at Encova Insurance. Collaborating with various stakeholders and ensuring proper claim management.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage lost time and medical only Workers' Compensation claims.
  • Evaluates and establishes an action plan to manage medical and indemnity benefits associated with injury and occupational disease claims.
  • Decides the outcome of the claim using sound judgment by applying established policy, procedures, regulations and guidelines.
  • Gathers facts by conducting interviews with all involved parties and considers all the elements of the claim prior to issuing a decision.
  • Determines eligibility of indemnity and medical benefits once salary information and medical treatment plans have been secured and processed.
  • Utilize proactive reserving behaviors to ensure adequate case reserves.
  • Consults with assigned claim director, return to work specialists, nurse case managers, and internal/external medical professionals.
  • Works collaboratively with the injured worker, employer, outside counsel, and health and rehabilitation professionals to manage the claims costs.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
  • Three years of experience in the field of workers’ compensation insurance required.
  • Ability to manage claims through the litigation process.
  • One valid workers’ compensation adjuster license is strongly preferred.
  • Preference may be shown to candidates with multiple state claims management experience.
  • Experience in workers’ compensation claims practices and laws, court procedures, precedents and state statutes.
  • Ability to use logic and sound reasoning to identify alternative solutions for problem-solving.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Ability to multitask and manage time effectively and productively.

Benefits:

  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Company-provided life and income protection plans
  • Eligibility to participate in a company incentive bonus program
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - 100% company match up to 7% on annual salary
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
  • Flexible Work Arrangements - Hybrid and remote depending on the role