Claims Adjuster-Worker's Compensation

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Claims Adjuster in the Risk Management Division.We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Worker's Compensation Claims Adjuster to join our team. In this role, you will investigate, evaluate, and settle insurance claims in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements. You will work closely with policyholders, legal representatives, and other stakeholders to ensure fair and timely resolution of claims.
Benefits of Broward County Employment

High-Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:

Single $10.90 / Family $80.79

Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually

Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:

Single $82.58 / Family $286.79

Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation employee match

Eleven (11) paid holidays each year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year

Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

General Description
Performs advanced specialized technical work in the investigation and adjustment of public liability and/or Workers' Compensation claims.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
The Workers Compensation Adjuster calculates/processes disability benefits for impairment ratings of 1% or more when issuing benefits to avoid penalties. Sets up medical claims to document/update current work status and treatment. Monitors/obtains medical records and work status to ensure timely calculation and payment of indemnity and impairment ratings, complete State EDI mandated reporting within regulated time frames to avoid penalties. Processes employee-received notices of outstanding medical bills to resolve non-payment issues. Reviews/corrects reporting by Center of Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) for accuracy.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires two (2) years equivalent of higher-level education in workers' compensation and/or general liability claims adjusting and insurance/risk management.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)

Requires four (4) years in adjusting workers' compensation and/or bodily injury/property damage liability claims or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and LicensesPossession/retention of a Florida All-Lines Adjuster's License (Type 6-20 or 7-20) from the State of Florida Division of Insurance Agent and Agency Services.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for duration of appointment.

Preferences-Associates in Claims (AIC) Certificate.-Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC) or Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU).
-Certification in Workers' Compensation (CWC).
-Accredited Claims Adjuster (ACA).
-Bachelor's degree or higher in related field
- 2 or more years of experience in recorded statements.
- 2 or more years of experience responding to Conditional Payment demands from the Center for Medicare Services.
-2 or more years of experience negotiating workers' compensation lien recoveries.

SCOPE OF WORK

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

For Workers Compensation claims the adjuster will contact the injured employee, employer, and medical provider to document the claim. For Liability claims the adjuster will contact the claimant, the division and any witnesses.

The Workers Compensation Adjuster calculates/processes disability benefits for impairment ratings of 1% or more when issuing benefits to avoid penalties. Sets up medical claims to document/update current work status and treatment. Monitors/obtains medical records and work status to ensure timely calculation and payment of indemnity and impairment ratings, complete State EDI mandated reporting within regulated time frames to avoid penalties. Reviews/corrects reporting by Center of Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) for accuracy.

Contacts injured employee, employer, and medical provider to document claim. Conducts field investigations, face-to-face statements with employees, employer representatives and witnesses to understand the nature of the claim and gain an understanding of what occurred prior to the claim.

Consults on injury cases with various medical personnel in order to ascertain the extent and cost of treatment, loss of earning capacity and prognosis confers with County physician on employment limitations.

Performs the calculation and payment of benefits whether indemnity and/or medical benefits, including entering all payments for benefits.

For disability more than 8 days, initiates timely electronic filings to Division of Workers' Compensation.

Calculates/processes timely disability benefits and impairment ratings of 1% or more when given to issue benefits to avoid penalties.

Authorizes/coordinates medical treatment with walk-in facilities and specialists to update claim.

Processes outgoing letters to injured employees and medical providers and places them on notice of action taking place.

Sets up medical only claims to document/update current work status and treatment.

Monitors work status for a disability of 7 days or less through discharge for closing a claim.

Processes employee-received notices of outstanding medical bills to resolve non-payment issues.

Monitors/obtains discharge papers for impairment ratings and issues benefits when owed and paid within mandated timeframe to avoid penalties.

Denies/processes claims for non-work-related injuries with timely electronic filing to avoid penalties.

Conducts recorded interviews with employees and witnesses.

Reviews and analyzes reports of accidents including property damage and bodily injury to determine liability; reviews and analyzes Liability and/or Workers' Compensation claims and recommends appropriate action.

Coordinates the gathering of formal evidence by taking photographs, preparing diagrams and making measurements at accident scene; arranges for witnesses to appear at legal proceedings; and prepares accident reports.

Negotiate claim settlements with the Director of Risk Management, the County Administrator, the County Attorney, claimants and/or their legal teams. Attend mediations with the County Attorney's office to support the claims process.

Provide advice regarding potential fraud, subrogation, and underwriting/safety risk, and communication with counsel.

Analyze complex information from different sources, such as police reports, videos from surveillance cameras or audio, and other information to further understand the incident.

Make decisions for approval of medical treatments and property restoration. Make determinations on liability or compensability for Workers Compensation claims. Apportion percentage of liability and negotiate settlement with claimant or claimant's attorney or Liability Claims.

Review police reports, medical treatment records, medical bills, or physical property damage to determine the extent of liability.

Investigates liability claims, inputs data into the system association with findings.

Attends meetings with other Divisions, Professional Standards/Human Rights Section (PS/HRS), and Human Resources to discuss complex claims.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Competencies

• Financial Acumen

Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Determines and estimates the main direct and indirect costs; makes generally appropriate decisions regarding expenditures. Studies financial and quantitative information; uses data to improve performance.

• Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions.

• Optimizes Work Processes

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Uses metrics and benchmarks to monitor accuracy and quality. Takes steps to make methods productive and efficient. Promptly and effectively addresses process breakdowns.

• Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.

• Drives Results

Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Holds self to high standards of performance; sets some challenging goals; wants to achieve meaningful results; pursues initiatives/efforts to successful completion and closure. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles.

• Manages Conflict

Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Seeks out a variety of opinions and options; maintains an open mind; takes steps to ensure conflict remains constructive; avoids polarized or unilateral decisions; seeks agreement on critical issues.

• Communicates Effectively

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.

• Situational Adaptability

Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Takes steps to adapt to changing needs, conditions, priorities, or opportunities. Understands the cues that suggest a change in approach is needed; adopts new behaviors accordingly.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at or email to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.