Industry Advancement Program | Workers Compensation Claims Representative Trainee | Portland, OR... - Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.
Portland, OR
About the Job
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Industry Advancement Program | Workers Compensation Claims Representative Trainee | Portland, OR (In-Office)
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 or Associates degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Experience
Prior education, experience, or knowledge of:
• Customer Service
• Data Entry
• Medical Terminology (preferred)
• Computer record keeping programs (preferred)
• Prior claims experience (preferred)
Additional helpful experience
• State license if required (SIP, Property and Liability, Disability, etc.)
• WCCA/WCCP or similar designations for particular discipline
• For internal colleagues, completion of the Sedgwick Claims Progression Program
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.