State of South Carolina
Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster
Richland County, MO
FTE - Full-Time
66703
State Accident Fund
Palmetto Team
05/15/2017
Exempt
n/a
Richland County, MO
FTE - Full-Time
66703
State Accident Fund
Palmetto Team
05/15/2017
Exempt
n/a
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Job Responsibilities
Works as a member of a claim unit providing workers' compensation benefits to injured workers. Authorizes medical and lost time payments in accordance with the S.C. Workers' Compensation Law. Manages a variety of claims. Reviews medical documentation and authorizes income replacement as appropriate. Pays related medical bills within 30 days. With the assistance of in house legal counsel Interprets Workers' Compensation Commission orders. Makes recommendations for vocational rehabilitation and/or special medical management referrals. Develops procedures and controls for efficient claim handling. Attends depositions, viewings, hearings and informal conferences before the Workers' Compensation Commission. Evaluates facts in determining legal liability of the state or other parties.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and experience in workers' compensation insurance or claims examining/adjusting. Requires successful candidate to become a licensed adjuster in South Carolina within one year of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed insurance adjuster with extensive workers' compensation claim adjusting experience. Knowledge of workers' compensation law, rules and regulations. Knowledge of insurance practices and procedures. Knowledge of legal processes, medical terminology, costs of medical treatment, and insurance policies. Knowledge of methods and techniques for determining compensable wages.
Benefits
Benefits for State Employees
State Employees may be eligible for a variety of benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system, the State of South Carolina offers a competitive benefits program for state employees. To learn more about the benefits of state employment, please explore the links below:
Healthcare Benefits
The State offers its employees comprehensive health insurance, along with a variety of supplemental insurance programs including dental, vision, life, long-term disability, and health savings accounts. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered a generous retirement program with options that can be tailored to meet employees' needs. South Carolina offers a traditional pension program, as well as deferred compensation options that give employees more control over their retirement investments. These programs are designed to help provide state employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs.
Workplace Benefits
In addition, state employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as tuition assistance; holidays, annual leave, and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and
more. Check out the link above to see a summary of the other benefits that are available to state employees.
Note: The above benefits are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.
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- Employer
- State of South Carolina
- Phone
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(803) 896-5300
(803) 896-5308 - Website
- https://gjobs.staging.neogov.net/careers/sc
- Address
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O'Fallon Sta Dr
O'Fallon
O' Fallon, Missouri, 63366
- Employer
- State of South Carolina
- Phone
- (803) 896-5300
- Website
- https://gjobs.staging.neogov.net/careers/sc
- Address
-
O'Fallon Sta Dr
O'Fallon
O' Fallon, Missouri, 63366