Claims Examiner Iii- Remote In California Or In Office/Hybrid Locally

Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Fresno Office - Fresno, CA
Remote Type
Fully Remote
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School Diploma or GED
Salary Range
$90,000.00 - $95,000.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Insurance
Claims Examiner III- potentially remote
This position can potentially be remote but will require training and monthly meeting in the Fresno office.
Please sign the application at the end.
POSITION SUMMARY: Under minimal supervision manages all aspects of indemnity claims handling from inception to conclusion within established authority and guidelines.
This position requires considerable interaction with clients, claimants on the phone, and with management, other Claims Examiners, and other TRISTAR staff in the office; therefore consistently being at work in the office, in a timely manner, is inherently required of this position.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively manages a caseload of 150 indemnity workers' compensation files, including very complex claims.
• Initiates and conducts investigation in a timely manner based upon state law and TRISTAR Best Practices for claim handling.
• Determines compensability of claims and administer benefits, based upon state law and in accordance with established Company guidelines.
• Manages medical treatment and medical billing, authorizing as appropriate based on Client claims handling guidelines.
• Able to trigger litigated cases with Client Attorney without supervisor to establish plan of action and obtain settlement authority to commence settlement negotiations with Applicant Attorney.
• Communicates with claimants, providers and vendors regarding claims issues.
• Computes and set reserves based upon Client claims handling guidelines with minimal supervision.
• Negotiates and/or finalize all claims based on settlement authority from the Client.
• Maintains diary system for case review and documents file to reflect the status and work being performed on the file.
• Communicates appropriate information promptly to the client to resolve claims efficiently, including any injury trends or other safety related concerns.
• Adheres to all TRISTAR company policies and procedures.
• Conducts file reviews independently.
• Other duties as assigned.

* Essential job function.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
This position can be remote in California or hybrid locally/in office at our Fresno, CA office. Please sign the application at the end. SIP required
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred) or five (5) or more years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with handling a public entity account and administering 4850 benefits.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Technical knowledge of statutory regulations and medical terminology.
• Analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to convey technical details to claimants, clients and staff.
• Ability to interact with persons at all levels in the business environment.
• Ability to independently and effectively manage very complex claims.
• Proficient in Word and Excel (preferred).

Other Qualifications:

• California Self-Insurance Certificate required

Salary range: $90,000 - $95,000 (Negotiable)
Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy in this role:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off