(Part-Time) Remote Consumer Care Advocate | (M-F 3pm-8pm CST)
Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you. Its an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day. Its having support for your mental, physical, financial and... professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive. A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if youre someone who cares, theres a place for you here. Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work. Great Place to Work® Most Loved Workplace® Forbes Best-in-State Employer (Part-Time) Remote Consumer Care Advocate | (M-F 3pm-8pm CST) PRIMARY PURPOSE: To provide high quality service to both internal and external customers, delivering an easy and efficient customer experience for routine lost time. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Processes incoming calls, faxes and voicemails from claimants, providers, clients, attorneys, etc., resolving their claims related questions and issues in accordance with designed guidelines and policies. Communicates claims status and current claim activity with client and appropriate medical contact; responds to inquiries about jurisdiction- and claim-specific issues. Enters data into claims system(s) and ensures claim files are properly documented and claims coding is correct. Coordinates claimant address updates or changes with internal departments. Provides referrals to legal, utilization review, pharmacy, and Special Investigations Unit (SIU) as appropriate and coordinates independent medical examinations. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the organization's quality program(s). QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing High school diploma or GED required. Associates degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Professional certification as applicable to line of business preferred. Experience Two (2) years of administrative and/or customer service experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Skills & Knowledge Excellent oral and written communication skills PC literate, including Microsoft Office products Strong investigation and organizational skills Good interpersonal skills Ability to work in a team environment Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles Apply Job!