Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster

Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster Department: Claims Administration & Adjusting Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Sarasota, FL Reporting To: Chris Lewis Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 / year Description We are looking for a Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster to join our growing team. In this role you will adjust third‑party General Liability, Auto Liability, Errors and Omissions, and Law Enforcement claims involving bodily injury, personal injury, or wrongdoing. The position is full‑time, onsite, and may require travel to client locations, seminars for CEU credits, and scene investigations. Key Responsibilities Perform all duties as outlined in the Property Damage Adjuster Job Description Daily review of workflow and claim system reminders with follow‑up and significant progress towards completion within 72 hours Review new claims assignments within 24 hours of assignment/ completion of the Plan of Action Contact the insured/claimant within 24 hours of assignment Assign appraisers or coordinate receipt of damage estimates according to client guidelines or approval Determine if estimates or appraisals are appropriate based upon reported damages and other evidence Gather evidence of damages Interview or obtain recorded statements from the claimant, the insured, and any witnesses Request payment authorization according to client guidelines and Davies Claims North America policy and procedures Follow client guidelines for any claim denial Obtain internal investigation reports from the insured (client) when permitted by the client Professional and timely communication with the client Determine degree of attorney involvement, if any Always act with the utmost good faith in handling the claim from beginning to closure Set reminders within the claim system for necessary follow‑up in an appropriate time frame Accurately record any communication or activity relevant to the claim in the claim system notes Follow procedures to image documents sent to you that are relevant to the claim file (including e‑mail) Meet the requirements of Continuing Education as required for licensure as an adjuster Maintain a 95% claim closure ratio Report to the Excess carrier any claim that meets the requirements to do so (including status reports) Immediately notify your supervisor and the client of any summons and complaint received, identify assigned defense counsel, and cooperate with defense counsel Obtain status reports from defense counsel at 90‑day intervals Read and understand the Excess Carrier Insurance Policy Run ISO Claim Search on injured claimants Determine the injury status of all persons involved in a crash investigation Interact with insurance adjusters from other companies to obtain information needed to process your claim Respond to Reservation of Rights letters from Excess Carrier if necessary Develop working knowledge of No‑Fault/PIP law Enter necessary information into the claim system to ensure mandatory reporting to Medicare Follow Davies Claims North America guidelines when settling claims involving a Medicare recipient Check for the claimant’s compliance with F.S. 768.28 Sovereign Immunity Recommend/assign field adjuster as necessary Review field adjuster reports for thoroughness and accuracy Skills, Knowledge & Expertise College degree or equivalent experience Possession of Adjuster license Maintain CEU credits for Adjuster license Excellent knowledge of Tort Law, bad faith procedures and case law, as well as principles of liability and medical terminology Previous experience with settling bodily injury claims Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Proactive, independent, dependable, and takes initiative with consistent follow through Superb written and verbal communication skills conducted in a timely manner with diverse audiences Superior time management skills with capability of working with and meeting deadlines Exceptional capability to multi‑task and prioritize with excellent organization and documentation skills in a fast‑paced work environment High level attention to detail with ability to utilize decision making and problem‑solving skills Capable of working collaboratively and independently with minimal supervision Exhibit discretion with sensitive and confidential information Benefits Medical, dental, and vision plans to support your health and that of your family A 401(k) plan with employer matching Time‑off policies, including Discretionary Time Off (DTO) for exempt employees and Paid Time Off (PTO) for non‑exempt employees Paid holidays Life insurance and short‑term and long‑term disability coverage Equal Employment Opportunity & Legal Notices We are dedicated to supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on any protected characteristic. Where required by law, the Company provides paid sick leave, paid family and parental leave, and other mandated benefits in accordance with applicable state and local requirements. Massachusetts Notice: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Background Check & Fair Chance Compliance: Any background check or review of criminal history, if applicable to the role, will be conducted only after a conditional offer of employment and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including fair‑chance hiring requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr