Claims Specialist

The Workers’ Compensation Claims Specialist manages within company best practices lower-level, non-complex and non-problematic workers’ compensation claims within delegated limited authority to best possible outcome, under the direct supervision of a senior claims professional, supporting the goals of claims department and of CorVel. This is a remote position. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Receives Workers’ Compensation claims, confirms policy coverage and acknowledgment of the claim - Determines validity and compensability of the claim - Establishes reserves and authorizes payments within reserving authority limits - Manages non-complex lost-time workers’ compensation claims under close supervision - Communicates claim status with the customer, claimant and client - Adheres to client and carrier guidelines and participates in claims review as needed - Assists other claims professionals with more complex or problematic claims as necessary - Additional projects and duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to learn rapidly 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 Microsoft Office including Excel spreadsheets - Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills - Ability to meet or exceed performance competencies - Ability to work both independently and within a team environment EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and related experience - Minimum of 1 year of industry experience and claims management preferred - Current license or certification in Workers’ Compensation must be maintained throughout employment with CorVel 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: $52,999 – $85,473 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