Claims Assistant

PRIMARY PURPOSE To provide support to the claims staff and to perform other office tasks depending on the client program. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Sets up and enters new claims into claims management system. Inputs and reviews notes/diaries in claims management system as instructed. Processes payments. Processes mail; handles filing, faxing and photocopying. Reviews, prepares, creates, and/or sends letters, reports, and forms. Answers and initiates telephone calls, sets up medical appointments, and may provide customer service as required. Other activities/projects as assigned including the preparation and distribution of computer reports. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the organization's quality program(s). QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing High school diploma or GED required. Experience Six (6) months of clerical or customer service experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Skills & Knowledge Excellent oral and written communication PC literate, including Microsoft Office products Strong organizational skills Ability to work in a team environment Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies. WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com #J-18808-Ljbffr Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd