Workers' Compensation Floating Claims Specialist

Workers' Compensation Floating Claims Specialist Job Category : Claims Requisition Number : WORKE011695 Posted : August 19, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA Description The Workers’ Compensation Floating 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 role.

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:

Must be able to jump from one desk to another: IL, IN, KY and MI are the handling states. 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:

Full licensing or a Designated Home License is required. 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. In general, our opportunities will be posted for up to 1 year from date of posting, or until we have selected candidate(s) to fulfill the opening, whichever comes first.

ABOUT CORVEL:

CorVel, a certified Great Place to Work® Company, is a national provider of industry-leading risk management solutions for the workers’ compensation, auto, health and disability management industries. CorVel was founded in 1987 and has been publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange since 1991. Our continual investment in human capital and technology enable us to deliver the most innovative and integrated solutions to our clients. We are a stable and growing company with a strong, supportive culture and plenty of career advancement opportunities. Over 4,000 people working across the United States embrace our core values of Accountability, Commitment, Excellence, Integrity and Teamwork (ACE-IT!). A comprehensive benefits package is available for full-time regular employees and includes Medical (HDHP) w/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account Options, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Pre-paid Legal Insurance, Parking and Transit FSA accounts, 401K, ROTH 401K, and paid time off. CorVel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr CorVel Corporation