Workers' Compensation Associate Claim Representative - Eastern Alliance at Proassurance in Charlotte, North Carolina

Job Description:

An exciting opportunity exists to join the ProAssurance family of companies!




Our mission is powerful and simple: We protect others. Choosing a place to apply your talents is an important decision for anyone. You have plenty of options. Why choose ProAssurance?




At ProAssurance, we sell a pledge, and that pledge is delivered by our team members. We are seeking individuals who value integrity, leadership, relationships, and enthusiasm-and want to build their career with a great company where they can be their authentic self and feel valued, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions. ProAssurance specializes in healthcare professional liability, products liability for medical technology and life sciences, legal professional liability, and workers' compensation insurance. We are an industry-leading specialty insurer operating in all 50 states, with in-office, hybrid, and remote job opportunities around the country.



This position supports our workers' compensation line of business, Eastern Alliance and is hybrid, based in Charlotte NC or Madison MS.



Job Summary:



The primary responsibility of this position is to consistently execute the Company's ecovery® Return to Wellness philosophy and business model that leads to better outcomes for our injured workers and insureds. Responsibilities of this position include managing the unassigned medical only claims in the region and all aspects of assigned claims, including verifying coverage, investigating, managing, and resolving non-complex workers' compensation claims for the Company's customers under direct supervision, following established Company requirements and procedures, and promptly establishing and maintaining accurate reserves. Actively participate in training opportunities for promotion into other positions within the regional claim organization or to excel in this position.



Essential Functions:

• 35% - Responds to calls from policyholders, injured workers and providers and directs medical care, where jurisdictionally appropriate, for the unassigned medical only claims.


• 20% - Reviews medical invoices for unassigned medical only claims. Contacts insureds, injured workers and/or medical providers as necessary to investigate and approve appropriate invoices for payment within established timeframes.


• 10% - Promptly investigate all assigned claims in order to establish trust and rapport with all parties, accurately assess coverage, determine the nature and extent of the injuries sustained, and reinforce Return to Wellness expectations. Make fair and timely determinations of compensability. Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, integrity, and objectivity at all times. Prepare reports and forms as required by jurisdictional regulations and by the Company's established procedures. Promptly establish and maintain case reserves that accurately reflect the anticipated financial exposure on each claim; revise reserves promptly based on changes in facts and circumstances. Identify subrogation potential.


• 10% - Complete ongoing claim management activities proactively and with a sense of urgency in accordance with the ecovery® Return to Wellness philosophy in order to execute the established plan of action and achieve favorable outcomes for all parties. Maintain, cultivate, and develop high quality, collaborative working relationships with all parties, including injured workers, agents, customers, and co-workers. Maintain regular contact by telephone and correspondence with all parties. Seek complete information necessary to manage claims and achieve favorable outcomes. Respond to inquiries in a timely, courteous, and professional manner.


• 10% - Proactively seek coaching and guidance in order to develop technical knowledge and skills. Work collaboratively with Supervisor/ Manager to establish and follow a meaningful professional development plan in order to prepare for promotional opportunities within the Company or to excel in this position. Seek out professional growth and development opportunities through attendance and participation in insurance related events, functions, seminars, classes and conferences.

Secondary Functions:

• 5% - Assist with special projects as assigned.


• 5% - Travel to customer, agency and industry meetings occasionally.


• 5% - Participate in department meetings and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred; a HS Diploma/GED with a minimum of 8 years of experience working in a medical, legal or an insurance environment can replace the degree requirement.


• Basic knowledge of medical terminology, common medical procedures and treatments preferred.


• Some knowledge of applicable state laws and industry standards preferred.


• Ability to attend insurance and industry/business functions to promote and present a positive image of the Company.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office computer applications; ability to learn new computer software applications.


• Empathic listener with the ability to listen and respond to another person in a way that engenders mutual understanding and trust.


• Advanced analytical ability, in order to analyze and interpret information; and make profitable decisions regarding claims payments.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.


• Attention to detail in processing all information, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.


• Solid analytical and problem solving skills, including formulating logical and objective conclusions.


• Ability to assess the urgency and importance of a situation and take appropriate action.


• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with various constituencies and at all levels; both in and outside of the organization including agency partners, outside customers and clients.


• Ability to maintain confidential information.

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We are committed to providing a dynamic and inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work and grow personally and professionally.


For that reason, we partner with The Predictive Index (PI) - an organization equally committed to improving the working lives of people, to help us hire the best talent by providing additional insight about one's work style.


The position you applied to requires completion of two assessments prior to being scheduled to interview with a hiring manager. Completion of the assessments is not required in order for your application to be reviewed and to speak with a Talent Acquisition team member. These assessments are Behavioral and Cognitive (internal candidates will only receive the Behavioral assessment), and each assessment takes less than 12 minutes to complete.


After submitting your application, you will receive two emails from The Predictive Index inviting you to complete each of these assessments (please check your SPAM or Junk email folder if you do not see these emails in your inbox).



Position Salary Range$18.60 - $30.69The salary range displayed represents the entirety of the pay grade for this position. Most candidates will start in the bottom half of the range. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, your location and comparison to other team members already in this role.




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