Part Time Underwriter Assistant (Seasonal)

WPS Health Solutions New•Madison, WI

32d•Remote

About The Position

The Underwriting Assistant is responsible for supporting the underwriter with quotes, new business and existing business. This role is responsible for data collection, quote preparation, documentation management, and ensuring compliance with internal guidelines and regulatory requirements. The Underwriter Assistant will review and request missing paperwork needed for new business, renewals and changes. This position will provide clear communication with our internal teams regarding what is needed or what is changing for groups. The assistant plays a critical support role in helping underwriters make timely, accurate risk decisions and maintain a smooth workflow.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience
1 or more years of experience in health insurance, underwriting, or related administrative support role.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to data accuracy.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
High speed cable or fiber Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection (can be checked at https://speedtest.net ).

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with group health plans, medical underwriting practices, and industry terminology preferred.
Experience with health plan quoting tools or underwriting systems is preferred.
Experience with WPS systems and processes, including: OnBase, Facets, WebMUGs.

Responsibilities

Reviewing quoting data for completeness and requesting additional information, if necessary.
Preparing and indexing all documents into the underwriting system.
Uploading data to the web tool to aid in underwriting.
Preparing renewal packets including the correct addendums and SBCs for mailing.
Completing group set-up and configuration sheets for new groups, renewal groups, and changes utilizing appropriate underwriting guidelines.
Ensuring information is entered accurately into the underwriting system for routing to other departments.
Creating rate calculators for renewals and quotes.
Maintaining tracking systems for groups requesting quotes and renewal groups.
Researching information on a group or individuals within a group to aid in the underwriting process.
Interfacing with sales staff and other departments to resolve rate and benefit issues.
Reviewing all new groups to make sure they are not on Specially Designated Nationals List (SDN). [Watch Dog] and Assign group numbers.
Providing renewal reports to the assigned underwriter to support renewal rate decisions.
Ensuring compliance with internal guidelines and applicable regulations (i.e., ACA, HIPPA).