Job DetailsJob Location: Allied Benefit Systems - CHICAGO, IL 60606Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 SalaryJob Category: ClaimsPOSITION SUMMARY
The Manager, Claims Operations is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational functions of the Claims Appeals, Claims Medical Review, and Subrogation Teams.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Maintains collective responsibility for the management of services provided by the Claims Appeals, Claims Medical Review and Subrogation Teams. Additionally, responsible for monitoring metrics and operations within these teams
Responsible for implementing best practices based on company goals
Identify strategic opportunities based on financial analysis and projections, cost/benefit identification and analysis
Provide support, guidance, leadership, and motivation to promote maximum performance
Responsible for preparing reporting and analysis that is consistent with defined standards and processes
Provide technical guidance to staff on claim investigation, reserving evaluation and resolution of claims
Partner with analytical team to produce necessary results and trending reports for leadership
Review high dollar appeals, medical review referrals, and subrogation cases from members, providers, and other entities
Manage all aspects of the day-to-day operations of claims production
Interact extensively with various parties involved in the claim process
Remain current and aware of impact on claims management strategies
Collaborate with other Claims and business leaders to define and drive enterprise initiatives
Assist or prepare files for subrogation
Create an environment that encourages and values the opinions of others and promotes sharing of information and ideas
Oversee monitoring and tracking of individuals and the unit's performance against established productivity and quality goals and metrics.
Lead, coach, motivate and develop. Responsible for one-on-one meetings, performance appraisals, growth opportunities and attracting new talent
Clearly communicate expectations, provide employees with the training, resources, and information needed to succeed
Actively engage, coach, counsel and provide timely, and constructive performance feedback
Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
At least 5 years of TPA or group health insurance experience including at least 3 years at a supervisor level and successfully demonstrated leadership competencies
In-depth knowledge of Claims, Benefits and administrative skills and processes required.
Intermediate level work experience with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point software applications
The ability to easily learn other software and systems
Must be able to write business correspondence and procedures
POSITION COMPETENCIES
Accountability
Coaching and Feedback
Collaboration
Customer Focus
Decision Making
Execution Management
People Leadership
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is a standard desk job requiring extended sitting and computer work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Remote
Here at Allied, we believe that great talent can thrive from anywhere. Our remote friendly culture offers flexibility and the comfort of working from home, while also ensuring you are set up for success. To support a smooth and efficient remote work experience, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 100Mbps download/25Mbps upload. Reliable internet service is essential for staying connected and productive.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
Compensation is not limited to base salary. Allied values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive Benefit Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, and a Technology Stipend.
Allied reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise, pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time. All applicants acknowledge that by applying to the position you understand that the specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualification and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process. It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role. Qualifications