Senior Claims Specialist - NY

CorVel; City of Syracuse (NY); Remote; USD 59,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading risk management company is seeking a Senior Claims Specialist to manage high visibility workers' compensation claims. The role involves investigating claims, coordinating with case managers, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a Bachelor's degree and relevant industry experience. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical (HDHP) w/Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

Long Term Disability

Health Savings Account

401K

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ industry experience and claim handling.

Responsibilities

• Manages complex workers' compensation claims.
• Determines validity and compensability of claims.
• Coordinates early return-to-work efforts.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Self-Insured Certificate

State Certification as an experienced Examiner

WC license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Senior Claims Specialist manages within company standards and best practices complex and problematic, high visibility workers' compensation claims within delegated limited authority to determine benefits due; work closely with case managers and attorneys; manage subrogation and negotiate settlements to ensure specific customer service requirement to achieve the best possible outcome in the claim, supporting the goals of claims department and of CorVel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives claim, confirms policy coverage and acknowledgement of the claim
• Determines validity and compensability of the claim by investigating and gathering information regarding the claim and files necessary documentation with state agencies
• Establishes reserves and authorizes payments within reserving authority limits
• Develops and manages well documented action plans with the case manager and outcomes manager to reduce overall cost of the claim
• Coordinates early return-to-work efforts with the appropriate parties.
• Manages subrogation and litigation of claim as it applies
• Manages potential claim recoveries of all types
• Reports claims to the excess carrier when applicable
• Communicates claim status with the customer and claimant
• Adheres to client and carrier guidelines and participates in claims review as needed
• Develops and maintains professional customer relationships
• Complies with rules and regulations of applicable state
• Additional projects and duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to assist team members to develop knowledge and understanding of claims practice.
• Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Office including Excel spreadsheets
• Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Knowledge of the entire claims administration, case management and cost containment solution as applicable to Workers’ Compensation.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and related experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ industry experience and claim handling
• Self-Insured Certificate preferred
• State Certification as an experienced Examiner
• WC license

PAY RANGE:

CorVel uses a market based approach to pay and our salary ranges may vary depending on your location. Pay rates are established taking into account the following factors: federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements, the geographic location differential, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, internal employee equity, and market conditions. Our ranges may be modified at any time.

For leveled roles (I, II, III, Senior, Lead, etc.) new hires may be slotted into a different level, either up or down, based on assessment during interview process taking into consideration experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role. The level may impact the salary range and these adjustments would be clarified during the offer process.

Pay Range: $59,681 – $96,123

A list of our benefit offerings can be found on our CorVel website: CorVel Careers | Opportunities in Risk Management

In general, our opportunities will be posted for up to 1 year from date of posting, or until we have selected candidate(s) to fulfill the opening, whichever comes first.

About CorVel

CorVel, a certified Great Place to Work Company, is a national provider of industry-leading risk management solutions for the workers’ compensation, auto, health and disability management industries. CorVel was founded in 1987 and has been publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange since 1991. Our continual investment in human capital and technology enable us to deliver the most innovative and integrated solutions to our clients. We are a stable and growing company with a strong, supportive culture and plenty of career advancement opportunities. Over 4,000 people working across the United States embrace our core values of Accountability, Commitment, Excellence, Integrity and Teamwork (ACE-IT!).

A comprehensive benefits package is available for full-time regular employees and includes Medical (HDHP) w/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account Options, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Pre-paid Legal Insurance, Parking and Transit FSA accounts, 401K, ROTH 401K, and paid time off.

CorVel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

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