Bilingual Senior Claims Examiner - California Only

Athens Administrators; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading claims management firm is seeking a full-time Bilingual Senior Claims Examiner to handle workers' compensation claims in Southern California. This role allows for a hybrid work schedule, with specific in-office requirements. Applicants must be fluent in Spanish and have significant experience in claims handling. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with integrity. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers in claims management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Fluency in Spanish is essential for communication with claimants.
• 3+ years recent workers compensation claims handling experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Adjust workers’ compensation claims from inception through closure.
• Evaluate and approve medical procedures and treatment.
• Negotiate settlement of claims and prepare reports for clients.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Attention to detail

Mathematical calculating skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

BA/BS preferred

Administrators Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Athens Administrators has an immediate need for a full-time Bilingual Senior Claims Examiner to support our workers compensation offices and can be located anywhere in Southern California, however, employees who live less than 26 miles from the Orange, CA offices are required to work once a week in the office on a day determined by their supervisor between Tuesday – Thursday. The remaining days can be worked remotely if technical requirements are met, and the employee resides in Southern California. Athens offices are open for business Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. local time. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday at 37.5 hours a week with the option of a flex schedule. The Senior Claims Examiner will adjust workers’ compensation claims from inception through settlement and closure, ensuring timely processing of claims and payment of benefits, managing and directing medical treatment, setting reserves, and negotiating settlements. They will use fluent Spanish skills with claimants on the account.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Our new hire should have the skills, ability, and judgment to perform the following essential job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Additional duties may be assigned:

• Establish contact with employer to review issues
• Respond to inquiries from the employer, employee, doctors, and attorneys
• Establish and maintain appropriate reserves
• Review legal correspondence and medical reports
• Evaluate and approve medical procedures and treatment
• Administer benefits and ensure appropriateness of all payments
• Investigate coverage, liability and monetary value of claim
• Review medical and legal bills for appropriateness
• Discuss appropriateness of medical treatment with medical case manager
• Monitor and assist litigation
• Negotiate settlement of claim, liens, rehabilitation plans, etc.
• Prepare and present reports to clients
• Aappropriately close claims
• Help resolve client billing and payment inquiries
• Investigate complaints from injured workers
• Document and code the claim files and claims system with all relevant information
• Maintain and update action plans within specified time frames
• Provide direction to Claims Assistants and Claims Technicians and assist with training, coaching, and mentoring as needed for them to support daily claims tasks
• Contact with employers, employees, attorneys, doctors, vendors and other parties
• Provide customer service and support to clients and claimants
• Work collaboratively with attorneys to draft settlements and assist with litigation strategies
• Negotiate settlements
• Authorize and negotiate cost of medical treatment and supplies
• Internal communication with staff
• Prepare professional, well written correspondence and other communications

ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. While it does not encompass all job requirements, it is meant to give you a solid understanding of expectations.

• Fluency in Spanish required
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required for all positions
• AA/AS or BA/BS preferred but not required
• Administrators Certificate from Self-Insurance Plans will be required within one year of employment if not already obtained
• Must possess a current Experienced Indemnity Claims Adjuster Designation, provided by an insurer, as defined in California Code of Regulations, Title 10, Chapter 5, Subchapter 3, Section 2592.01(f)
• 3+ years recent workers compensation claims handling experience required
• At least 5 years of workers compensation claims experience preferred
• Solid knowledge of workers compensation laws, policies and procedures’
• Completion of IEA or equivalent courses
• Proficiency in determining case value and negotiating settlements
• Understanding of medical and legal terminology
• Mathematical calculating skills
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Ability to type quickly, accurately and for prolonged periods
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to learn additional computer programs
• Reasoning ability, including problem-solving and analytical skills, i.e., proven ability to research and analyze facts, identify issues, and make appropriate recommendations and solutions for resolution
• Ability to be trustworthy, dependable, and team-oriented for fellow employees and the organization
• Seeks to include innovative strategies and methods to provide a high level of commitment to service and results
• Ability to demonstrate care and concern for fellow team members and clients in a professional and friendly manner
• Acts with integrity in difficult or challenging situations and is a trustworthy, dependable contributor.
• Athens’ operations involve handling confidential, proprietary, and highly sensitive information, such as health records, client financials, and other personal data. Therefore, maintaining honesty and integrity is essential for all roles within the company.
• Must be able to reliably commute to meetings and events as required by this position