Workers Compensation Administrator
The Workers Compensation Administrator is responsible for supporting the SFI's workers compensation program. This includes coordination with SFI's Third Party Administrators (TPA) and Insurers and providing assistance to the Workers Compensation Senior Analyst and Workers Compensation Director. The position supports SFI's injury prevention, OSHA and wellness initiatives.
Receive first reports from injured employees. Report to TPA, insurer, or respective state agencies.
Set up initial medical appointments for injured employees.
Coordinate claims with TPA and insurer.
Work with TPA on assigning and managing outside vendors, such as nurse case managers.
Assign choice of counsel for litigated cases.
Work with Risk Management and Safety on injury prevention.
Work with Risk Management, Safety and Human Resources on OSHA reporting.
Work with Risk Management, Safety, Human Resources on enterprise wellness initiatives.
Work with Risk Management, Operations leadership and Finance to determine appropriate reserves.
Coach, mentor and train team members on company and industry best practices.
Develop, coordinate, and create reports as needed.
Notify company departments of incidents and injuries.
Analyze claims for subrogation potential. Pursue where appropriate.
Provide guidance to Workers Compensation Director on risk management related issues.
May be required to travel for injury investigation, litigation, and industry seminars.
May be required to be on call after hours.
Qualifications:
Minimum 1 years experience in handling workers' compensation claims.
Ability to direct TPA's and outside vendors.
Knowledge of claims processes.
Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills required.
Ability to respond to requests from Senior Management or other departments.
Strong PC skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.