Underwriter - Remote

Davita Inc.; Norfolk (VA); Remote; USD 53,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is looking for a full-time Underwriter to evaluate insurance applications and manage risk. This remote position is ideal for candidates with a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of health underwriting experience. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for bonuses.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

Pet Insurance

Reimbursement for certifications

Emergency Backup Care

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Long-Term, Short-Term Disability

Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2 years of health underwriting experience required.
• Experience in large group underwriting necessary.
• Preferred experience in prospect rating and renewal rating.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, assess, and manage risk for insurance applications.
• Determine terms and conditions of policies.
• Work with sales to finalize rates and benefits.

Skills

Risk Assessment

Decision-Making

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara Health is currently seeking a full-time remote Underwriter.

Position Status: Full-time, Day Shift

Remote opportunities available in the following states: Virginia, North Carolina, Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington (state), West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Standard Working Hours: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Overview

The Underwriter is responsible for evaluating, assessing, and managing the risk associated with insuring individuals or businesses. This role involves reviewing applications for insurance coverage, determining the terms and conditions of policies, and making decisions about whether to approve or decline coverage based on risk assessments and company guidelines. The Underwriter utilizes statistical data, financial statements, and other relevant information to make informed decisions, ensuring that policies are both competitive and profitable for the organization.

Learns advanced principles and policies of underwriting. Responsible for accurately developing individual and/or employer group rates with minimal guidance from manager. Works with the sales department to finalize rates and develop appropriate benefit alternatives as appropriate.

Education

• Bachelor's level degree

Certification/Licensure

• No specific certification or licensure requirements

Experience

• Health Underwriting - 2 years Required

• Must have experience in large group underwriting

• Preferred experience in prospect rating, renewal rating, and self-funding

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is: $53,248 - $88,753. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

* Medical, Dental, Vision plans

* Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

* Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

* Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

* Emergency Backup Care

* Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

* Life Insurance

* 401k/403B with Employer Match

* Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

* Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000

* Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development

*Pet Insurance
*Legal Resources Plan
*Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus ifestablished system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work,Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.