Workers Compensation Specialist

Description

Join EmergeOrtho as a Workers' Compensation Specialist - Hiring Immediately!

EmergeOrtho is committed to being the trusted leader in innovative, quality-focused comprehensive musculoskeletal care. With offices across North Carolina, the Coastal region is seeking a Workers' Compensation Specialist to join their team in our Shipyard office. This position is responsible for facilitating access to this practice for the Worker's Compensation patient in regard to communications and required authorizations.


Why Join EmergeOrtho?

• Hiring Immediately - Start your new career without delay
• Flexible Schedule- Designed to fit your lifestyle and promote work-life balance
• Excellent Company - Join a company built on dedication, teamwork and integrity

Who Should Apply?

We welcome candidates at all stages of their careers, from those new to healthcare administration to seasoned workers' compensation professionals. If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to supporting injured workers through accurate, compassionate, and timely case management, we'd love to hear from you. Join a collaborative team that values reliability, accountability, and service to our community - apply today and make a meaningful impact!

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Extensive knowledge of state and local worker's compensation laws and rulings is necessary
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and medical practice software
• Minimum of one year of general clerical work experience, preferably in a medical office or hospital medical records department
• Knowledge of HIPAA and Confidentiality rules and regulations.
• Must be able to operate office equipment including but not limited to printer, copier, and fax machine
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, time management skills, and accurate typing and data entry skills required
• Must be able to multi-task
• Professional and courteous phone demeanor
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
• Must be able to attend work on a daily basis and in a timely fashion

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following

• Coordinates follow up services authorized for the Worker's Compensation patients via clinical orders
• Obtains appropriate authorization for the surgical patient who has Worker's Compensation
• Coordinate the exchange of patient notes to insurance companies, case managers and employers
• Report all work status updates to the adjuster, case manager and/or employer
• Receive and resolve Worker's Compensation phone calls in accordance with department policy and procedure
• Communicate pertinent information with the attending physician
• Review records in order to facilitate the physician narrative report and scheduling of depositions, as directed
• Act as liaison between clinical staff and PT staff to ensure timely services to patient
• Perform other duties as required and assigned by the Office Manager
• Maintain a pleasant, cooperative demeanor while performing all duties

Other

• Follows all applicable department and practice policies and procedures
• Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA privacy and confidentiality guidelines established by the practice
• Maintains detailed knowledge of practice management and other computer software as it relates to job function
• Attends all regular meetings
• Performs other duties as required and assigned by the Manager, including schedule changes and travel to office locations as assigned

From the mountains to the coast, EmergeOrtho is North Carolina's premier provider, recognized for offering world-class, comprehensive, and compassionate care serving patients with 67 locations in 28 counties. As the largest physician-owned orthopedic practice in the state and the 2nd in the country, EmergeOrtho's medical team includes upwards of 190 highly trained orthopedic specialists and nearly as many advanced practice providers. Our subspecialty orthopedic teams offer advanced expertise in conditions of the bones, muscles, and joints. Providing multiple locations, extensive orthopedic services including therapy, and focusing on continuity of care are among the top priorities of EmergeOrtho. Please visit for additional information or to apply directly.


EmergeOrtho, P.A. complies with applicable civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, including but not limited to, lactation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other class protected by the state or local law.


We are committed to the core values of Quality, Innovation, Compassion, Community, Education, Integrity, Teamwork, Diversity, and Inclusion.


Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Milestone Bonus Program
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Note: Available benefits based on hours worked per week.