Work Injury Claims Examiner

Description

Who We Are:

Swift Transportation has been an Industry leader for many years with a profound history dating back to the 1960s. Swift is the largest truckload carrier in America with various locations throughout the nation that allow our drivers, shop employees, and office staff to cultivate strong connections. We are a company that is passionate about continual learning and improvement which in turn, allows for a diverse amount of advancement and growth opportunities. We place a strong emphasis on culture because we strongly believe that it is a key contributor in achieving overall results here at Swift.

Job Responsibilities: What you will doUnder close supervision, ensure work injury claims are administered in a timely and cost effective manner. Investigate and maintain records of claims to support the reported event. Determine the validity of the claims and coordinate benefits owed in a timely and cost effective manner. Direct Third Party Administrators (TPA) to timely conclude claims.

• Handle all levels of claim handling in designated jurisdictions.
• Investigate, determine compensability and negotiate complex workers compensation claims.
• Work with internal and external resources to direct timely resolution and ensure that the claim is being handled in accordance with Federal, State, and Local work injury law.
• Act as liaison between injured worker and other parties to maintain the smooth administration of work injury benefits in an attempt to avoid litigation.
• Support and explain the work injury process to the injured worker for the duration of the claim.
• Maintain and update claim notes and diaries.
• Work with TPA to develop timely claim resolution.
• Promote the Return to Work (RTW) program with medical providers/TPA and help assist moving injured workers into the RTW program in a timely manner.
• Maintain management of Lot Time, Denied, Litigated, Catastrophic, Complex Medical and Fatality claims.
• Communicate with litigators on proper case management and settlement negotiations.
• Ensure the TPA has established proper claim reserving and overall case management practices are being properly administered.
• Work with leadership in maintaining reports.
• Stay current through completing continuing education on federal, state and local work injury laws.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

Copy and paste URL into browser to view full description: https://knxtrans.jdxpert.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&id=7868Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 1+ year's experience in claims entry/handling required.
• Must be very organized and able to multi-task.
• Must possess excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work efficiently, independently or in a team.
• Must possess strong research abilities.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.

What we offer:

Our Benefits Package includes 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance as well as pet insurance. We also offer an Employee Stock Purchase plan, paid training, wellness programs, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Assistance Programs (subject to change), Military Leave, and discounts with our vendors.Volunteer opportunities to support our local communities- We have an adoration for helping others which is why we have worked hard to establish partnerships with organizations such as Children's Miracle Network and Habitat for Humanity that allow us to give back.Training, Development & Growth Opportunities - Our success at Swift is driven by our people! Our goal is to provide a supportive environment that promotes growth and advancement. We invest the time to ensure our employees receive the best training, along with all the tools and resources to thrive.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - A diverse workforce allows us to achieve a dynamic business advantage where we can openly collaborate, thus bringing new ideas to the table that contribute to innovative and effective solutions. Everyone at Swift has a voice and your opinion matters.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. The Company does not sponsor employment visas.