Workers Compensation Claims Assistant Temporary

Workers Compensation Claims Assistant I
Job Details

Job Type

Full-time, Temp

Glendale, CADescription

Summary:

Reports directly to the unit Claims Supervisor but takes primary direction for the assigned Claims Specialist(s). Responsible for providing clerical operations support to assigned Claims Specialist(s).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares new claims files
• Calculates TTD, Wage Loss, VRMA and PD benefits
• Issues compensation payments on diary schedule
• Issues Benefit Notices
• Doctor status calls and Employee/Employer contact calls
• Employer contact calls to confirm light duty/modifies work
• Works closely with Claims Specialist to complete clerical assignments
• Prepares litigation documents such as C&R, Stipulations, Answers, etc
• Prepares rehabilitation forms for filing with the rehabilitation unit
• Handle calls from providers inquiring about unpaid bills and bill related questions
• Review Mail and process direct pays bills such as Mileage Reimbursement
• File and Serve duties (as needed)
• Notepad documentation in Portal

Requirements

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Develops alternative solutions;
  Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations;
  Responds promptly to customer needs;
  Solicits customer feedback to improve service;
  Responds to requests for service and assistance;
  Meets commitments.
• Team Work - Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.