Claims Specialist, Workers Compensation - West Region
Core
Investigates workers' compensation claims to determine liability, compensability, and damages, then negotiates settlements and coordinates litigation. (via careerplan.io/jobs/618518323103-claims-specialist-workers-compensation-west-region-at-libertymutual)
Role type
Senior IC claims specialist (workers' compensation)
Builds
Settled claims and resolved litigation cases for the insurance company
Domain
Insurance / Workers' Compensation
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
claims investigation, policy coverage assessment, reserve calculation, negotiation, litigation coordination, subrogation, independent adjuster management, medical terminology, legal aspects of claims
Preferred skills
industry certifications (AEI, IIA, CPCU), quality review participation, suit committee/mediation facilitation
Technologies
none stated
Responsibilities
Interview insureds, witnesses, and claimants; collect and evaluate documentation; secure evidence and protect chain-of-custody; engage independent adjusters and medical examiners; assess policy coverage and establish reserves; negotiate claim settlements; coordinate litigation activities and attend trials; mentor new team members; participate in quality reviews and suit committees.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship duties