Workers Compensation Coordinator

The Acadian Companies; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadian Ambulance is seeking a Workers Compensation Coordinator in Lafayette to manage and coordinate workers compensation claims for employees across multiple states and internationally.

The role requires knowledge of workers compensation regulations and strong investigative and communication skills to support claim processes and reporting. Full-time position with comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional knowledge updates.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or GED.
• College degree preferred when combined with insurance training and job experience.
• Workers compensation claims experience/knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of workers compensation claims for employees across multiple states and internationally.
• Review incident reports submitted for employee injuries.
• Review requests for initial medical treatment and approve if applicable.
• Decide how each claim should be opened with the insurance carrier or Third Party Administrator (TPA).
• Coordinate the administration of workers compensation claims.
• Assist with claims investigation process when necessary or requested by carrier/TPA.
• Review medical bills/reports on workers compensation claims.
• Remain in contact with injured employees to stay informed of their current status.
• Attend trials/depositions on behalf of company when requested by Manager.
• Continually inform Acadian management of claims status.
• Coordinate activities of claims/risk management assistant.
• Assist TPA with subrogation on workers compensation claims.
• Review loss/run reports from carrier/TPA.
• Generate a variety of internal reports regarding work comp claims.
• Ensure availability after hours to coordinate approvals with management or HSE.
• Generate pre-injury wages information for carrier/TPA.
• Generate weekly and bi-weekly timesheets for any employee out on work comp.

Skills

Worker's comp laws

Investigation skills

Claims coordination

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Insurance training

Job description

The Risk Management department at Acadian Ambulance is currently looking for a Workers Compensation Coordinator at the Lafayette location. The selected candidate will coordinate all aspects of workers compensation claims for Acadian Companies employees across multiple states and internationally.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Knowledge of laws regulating worker’s compensation, and insurance coverage, along with interviewing and investigative skills.
• Review incident reports submitted for employee injuries
• Review requests for initial medical treatment and approve if applicable
• Decide how each claim should be opened with the insurance carrier or Third Party Administrator (TPA)
• Coordinate the administration of workers compensation claims
• Assist with claims investigation process when necessary or requested by carrier/TPA
• Review medical bills/reports on workers compensation claims
• Remain in contact with injured employees to stay informed of their current status
• Contact outside agencies re: procedures & requirements
• Remain in contact with assigned vendors
• Attend trials/depositions on behalf of company when requested by Manager
• Continually inform Acadian management of claims status
• Attend seminars to ensure current knowledge of any changes or new laws
• Coordinate activities of claims/risk management assistant
• Assist TPA with subrogation on workers compensation claims
• Review loss/run reports from carrier/TPA
• Generate a variety of internal reports regarding work comp claims
• Ensure availability after hours to coordinate approvals with management or HSE
• Generate pre-injury wages information for carrier/TPA
• Generate weekly and bi-weekly timesheets for any employee out on work comp
• Other related activities at the request of Risk Manager or his/her supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Degree or GED
• College Degree preferred when combined with insurance training and job experience
• Workers compensation claims experience/knowledge preferred
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Position Type

Full-time

We offer comprehensive insurance benefits for full-time employees, including but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision coverages, along with 401(k) and ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program), and Vacation and Sick time.

Acadian Companies

Divisions

Employee Stock Ownership

Acadian Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affineive Action Employer. Employment is based solely upon one's individual merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We don't discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, veterans, ancestry, pregnancy status, sex, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.

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