Claims Specialist

As a member of our Claims team, utilize your knowledge of Workers Compensation Claims to independently investigate, evaluate and resolve assigned claims of a more complex nature in order to achieve appropriate outcomes. In this position you will administer and resolve highest risk management expectations claims in a timely manner in accordance with legal statues, policy provisions, and company guidelines. Responsibilities: Promptly investigates all assigned claims with minimal supervision, including those of a more complex nature Determines coverage, compensability, potential for subrogation recovery, and second injury fund (when applicable) Alerts Supervisor and Special Investigations Unit to potentially suspect claims Ensures timely denial or payment of benefits in accordance with jurisdictional requirements Within granted authority, establishes appropriate reserves with documented rationale, maintains and adjusts reserves over the life of the claim to reflect changes in exposure Negotiates claims settlements within granted authority Establishes and implements appropriate action plans for case resolution including medical and disability management, litigation management, negotiation and disposition Works collaboratively with PMA nurse professionals to develop and execute return to work strategies Selects and manages service vendors to achieve appropriate balance between allocated expense and loss outcome Maintains a working knowledge of New York jurisdictional requirements and applicable case law for each state serviced Demonstrates technical proficiency through timely, consistent execution of best claim practices Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing with internal and external parties on a wide variety of claims and account issues Provides a high degree of customer service to clients, including face to face interactions during claims reviews, stewardship meetings and similar account-specific sessions Authorizes treatment based on the practiced protocols established by statute or the PMA Managed Care department Assists PMA clients by suggesting panel provider information in accordance with applicable state statutes. Demonstrate commitment to Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, and apply knowledge of compliance policies and procedures, standards and laws applicable to job responsibilities in the performance of work. #LI-Remote