State Workers' Insurance Fund Claims Representative

State Workers' Insurance Fund Claims RepresentativePrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4575971) ApplyState Workers' Insurance Fund Claims RepresentativeSalary$44,890.00 - $67,678.00 AnnuallyLocation Lackawanna County, PAJob TypeNon-Civil Service Permanent Full-timeJob NumberN-2024-89114DepartmentDepartment of Labor & IndustryDivisionLI SWIF Wilkes-Barre & ScrantoOpening Date07/17/2024Closing Date7/26/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code70350Position Number00002713UnionAFSCMEBargaining UnitG1Pay GroupST05Bureau / Division Code00121648Bureau / DivisionState Workers Insurance Fund Wilkes-Barre & Scranton District OfficeWorksite AddressScranton State Office Building, 100 Lackawanna AvenueCityScranton, PennsylvaniaZip Code18503Contact NameFelicia NewburyContact Emailfnewbury@pa.gov

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THE POSITIONAre you ready to take your insurance knowledge and communication skills to the next level? Join the State Workers' Insurance Fund (SWIF) as a Claims Representative. We provide a quality workers' compensation program for Pennsylvania businesses, act as a stabilizing presence in Pennsylvania’s workers' compensation market, and offer a variety of opportunities for career advancement. Enter the first level of a rewarding career with our team!DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a State Workers' Insurance Fund Claims Representative, you will investigate work related claims and injuries for employers of policy holders covered by SWIF, monitor all aspects of claim conclusion, and determine compensability and management of claims. This includes contacting all appropriate parties, responsibility for issuance of ongoing payments, and ensuring all payments and claims are supported by appropriate documentation. You will also recognize the need for independent medical examinations or other tests, determine liability on medical bills, and follow up on all actions taken to ensure proper outcomes have been acted upon. Apply today and take the next step in your insurance claims career! Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00002713) .Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Scranton.

Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years of clerical work experience that includes collecting, recording, compiling, or preparing documents for medical, health, or work-related insurance claims;or

An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirement:

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !Health & WellnessWe offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Compensation & Financial PlanningWe invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life BalanceWe know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and CultureWe believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.Eligibility rules apply.01 How many years of full-time clerical work experience that includes collecting, recording, compiling, or preparing documents for medical, health, or work-related insurance claims do you possess?

2 years or more

1 but less than 2 years

Less than 1 year

None

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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How much college coursework in any field of study have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

Associate's degree or higher

30 but less than 60 credits

Less than 30 credits

None

Required Question

AgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Websitehttp://www.employment.pa.gov