Workers' Comp Coordinator — Flexible Schedule & Impact

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

401k with company match and profit‑shq

Wellness program

Flexible spending accounts

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute (IBJI) is seeking a Workers Compensation Coordinator to float between WC and Patient Services at our Chicago Park Ridge site. The role serves as a primary contact for WC issues, assisting patients, nurse case managers, employers and insurers with questions on medical services and insurance claims.

The position requires strong administrative skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and experience with WC processes.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years administrative experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Previous experience with workers' compensation insurance and billing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Schedule W/C patient appointments and obtain approvals from employers/insurers.
• Send office notes and reports to W/C parties.
• Assist patients with forms for claim approval and treatment.
• Maintain prompt communication with nurse case managers, employers and adjusters.
• Document all communications and maintain permanent W/C records.
• Identify and correct patient account and insurance errors for proper billing.
• Audit work status reports for accuracy and alignment with physician notes.
• Answer inquiries from patients, case managers, insurers and employers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the WC/Legal Manager or Supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree in business/communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Record keeping

Job description

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute (IBJI) is seeking a Workers Compensation Coordinator to float between WC and Patient Services at our Chicago Park Ridge site. The role serves as a primary contact for WC issues, assisting patients, nurse case managers, employers and insurers with questions on medical services and insurance claims.

The position requires strong administrative skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and experience with WC processes.