Claim Operations Associate I

Summit Consulting; Lakeland (FL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness plans

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Commuter benefits

Job summary

SCI Summit Consulting, LLC in Lakeland, FL is seeking a detail-oriented Claims Processor to support the claims team. You will process and review claim documents, enter data, and coordinate with adjusters and leadership to keep files accurate and compliant.

This on-site role requires on-site four days a week with one day remote; you will handle routine inquiries, maintain records, monitor workflows, and contribute to process improvements while delivering high-quality service to policyholders.

Qualifications

• Process and review claim-related documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain and update claim records across systems.
• Support claims adjusters and leadership with administrative tasks.
• Respond to inquiries from customers, policyholders, and agents.

Responsibilities

• Process and review claim-related documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain and update claim records across systems.
• Provide administrative and operational support to claims adjusters, supervisors, and leadership teams.
• Respond to routine inquiries from customers, policyholders, claimants, agents, vendors, and internal business partners.
• Monitor assigned workflows to ensure service level agreements and departmental performance standards are met.
• Review incoming claim correspondence and route information to the appropriate team members for action.
• Maintain records to support claims processing activities.
• Identify discrepancies, missing information, or processing issues and escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and privacy standards when handling sensitive customer information.
• Coordinate with internal departments to obtain necessary claim information and documentation.
• Maintain organized electronic records and documentation in accordance with records retention requirements.
• Participate in training programs and ongoing development activities to enhance knowledge of claims processes and systems.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and improve customer experience.
• Meet departmental productivity, quality, accuracy, and customer service performance expectations.

Skills

Communication

Data entry

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Claims management systems

Job description

Summit provides independent insurance agents and their clients with market-leading workers’ comp insurance and elite customer service. We’re growing and currently serve more than 7,000 independent agents and 31,000 policyholders across the South, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic.Our strength comes from a single-minded focus on workers’ comp and a commitment to long-term customer relationships. Summit is who you turn to when you need a specialist who not only knows workers’ comp but also gets to know your business and your priorities.Our field team members are located in every state in which we operate.Summit is a member of the Great American Insurance Group where our highest goal is for all employees to feel included, respected, and empowered to perform at their best.This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.Essential Job Functions and ResponsibilitiesProcess and review claim-related documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company procedures.Perform data entry and maintain claim information within multiple claims management systems.Update existing claim records in a timely manner.Provide administrative and operational support to claims adjusters, supervisors, and leadership teams.Respond to routine inquiries from customers, policyholders, claimants, agents, vendors, and internal business partners.Assist with the collection, organization, and distribution of claim documentation, including correspondence, reports, invoices, and supporting records.Monitor assigned workflows and queues to ensure service level agreements and departmental performance standards are met.Review incoming claim correspondence and route information to the appropriate team members for action.Maintain records to support claims processing activities.Identify discrepancies, missing information, or processing issues and escalate concerns as appropriate.Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and privacy standards when handling sensitive customer information.Support quality assurance activities by reviewing files for accuracy and adherence to established procedures.Coordinate with internal departments to obtain necessary claim information and documentation.Maintain organized electronic records and documentation in accordance with records retention requirements.Participate in training programs and ongoing development activities to enhance knowledge of claims processes and systems.Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and improve customer experience.Meet departmental productivity, quality, accuracy, and customer service performance expectations.Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.Great American ’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in-office days are Tuesday –Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.#LI-HybridJob RequirementsEducation: High School Diploma (Associates degree preferred).Scope of Job/Qualifications: Develops knowledge of local, state, and federal insurance-related policies. Develops analytical and organizational abilities with a focus on prioritization. Develops working knowledge of claim data processing systems. Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills.Company:SCI Summit Consulting, LLCBenefits:We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.