Workers Compensation Assistant

Job Description:
Provides efficient and effective response to inquiries from worker' compensation insurers, employers and patients regarding Workers’ Compensation issues. Acts as a liaison between physicians and workers' compensation insurers, employers and patients by providing clarification of care plans, return to work instructions and related workers’ compensation issues. Coordinates requests for medical legal letters by maintaining tracking information in database, preparing information for the provider and the department manager, and responding to attorney inquiries as to status of requests. Provides support to program manager and paralegal with tasks that include maintenance of files (hard copies and electronic), mailing documents, and obtaining notarization as directed. Provide support to department by ordering office supplies and tracking expenses. Experience: 2 years office experience and working with medical records.

Education Qualifications:

Education Requirements:

• No Education Required

Experience Requirements:

2 years office experience and working with medical records.  

Qualifying experience includes, but is not limited to:

• record analysis
• experience with worker's compensation documents and filing procedures
• EMR processing
• patient scheduling
• medical scribe work

You might be a good fit if you...

• Are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and Teams
• Are a fast learner who takes initiative of your training
• Aren't afraid to share thoughts and ideas for process improvement
• Have a willingness to take on new tasks
• Have experience with QRC or Workers Compensation

This might be the role for you if...

• You are looking to gain experience in the legal field
• You want the security that comes with a union role
• You are finishing a degree in political science, law, or a related field and want to gain experience working part time while you finish school
• You want to be surrounded by supportive team members while you learn and train in the role
• Would enjoy a position is low stress
• Are looking for flexible scheduling
• Would benefit from having 3 day weekends
• Are looking for a role with part time benefit eligibility

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

No Licensures Required

Pay Range
$17.27 - $25.74 / hour

The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, as well as internal equity among our team.

Union
DC USWA Main & Neighborhoods (DCUMN)

Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

Essentia Health EEO:
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.