Getting a claims examiner job.

How did you get your start doing claims examiner work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position?

Do you need a particular educational background?

Claims Professional Trainee - Entry Level College Grad (IAP)

Continuing double-digit revenue growth rates and progressive employment practices make Sedgwick Claims Management Services the place where great people can do great things for clients while maximizing their career possibilities. We have earned a reputation for innovation, quality, sustained growth, financial stability and a colleague-friendly work environment. We are proud to have been recently voted the Best TPA in America and the first and only Third Party Administrator to receive the coveted Employer of Choice® designation. Come be a part of our team and "Claim Your Future."

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To be oriented and trained as new industry professional with the ability to analyze workers' compensation, general liability or disability claims and determine benefits due.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Attendance and completion of designated classroom claims professional training program
Performs on-the-job training activities including:
Adjusting medical only and minor lost-time workers compensation claims under close supervision
Adjusting low and mid-level liability and/or physical damage claims under close supervision
Processing disability claims of minimal disability duration under close supervision
Documenting claims files and properly coding claim activity
Communicating claim action/processing with claimant and client
Supporting other claims examiners and claims supervisors with larger or more complex claims as assigned
3. Participates in rotational assignments to provide temporary support for office needs

4. Supports the Total Performance Management initiative

Education&Licensing: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience required

Experience:

Previous work experience required. Work experience in a service oriented business field preferred.

Host said: How did you get your start doing claims examiner work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position?

Do you need a particular educational background?

I got lucky with open hiring and paid training. Even though they said the trainging course would last x6 weeks, and I had -0- experience in examining/processing, I was placed on the floor-100% audit of work, of course in 4.5 weeks. It was a 15 year ride! Now almost all the job openings I find even related are for billing/collecting. Lost my position to a 90+% computer program. It paid them faster that I did, but not as accurately...go figure. Been looking for 5 months now. Unsure if I am actually unqualified for positions that I apply for, or just a really bad interviewee.