Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sedgwick is a company that provides meaningful support to people facing unexpected challenges. They are seeking enthusiastic individuals for an entry-level trainee position in their Workers Compensation Training Program to develop foundational skills in claims adjusting.
Responsibilities
• Attendance and completion of designated claims professional training program
• Adjusting various levels of workers’ compensation claims under close supervision, which includes:
• Processing and responding to incoming mail, emails and other claim related documents according to status of the claim
• Communicating effectively with injured workers, insureds/employers, medical providers, attorneys and carrier representatives, primarily through telephonic, video conference and email
• Thoroughly investigating new and existing claims by gathering relevant information including medical records, employer reports, and witness statements
• Investigating employer/employee relationships, policy verification, coverage and any potential for subrogation issues or fraud indicators
• Determining coverage, compensability and appropriate benefits in accordance with jurisdictional guidelines and carrier program requirements
• Documenting claims files and properly coding claim activity
• Preparing detailed reports documenting findings and recommendations
• Administering claim benefits i.e., indemnity and medical benefits, through maintenance of calendared claim-related action items, ensuring state compliance
• Participating in virtual and/or in-person meetings, claim reviews and business functions as needed for educational training, claim discussions and various meetings
Skills
• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong Communicators
• Empathetic
• Multi-Taskers
• Accountable
• Structured Thinkers
• Ambitious
• Agile Learners
• Team Collaborators
Benefits
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k and matching
• PTO
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee assistance
• Flexible spending or health savings account
• Other additional voluntary benefits
Company Overview
• Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, helping clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. It was founded in 1969, and is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.sedgwick.com.
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