Workers Comp Coordinator (Monday to Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm)

Glidewell Dental•Irvine, CA

6d•$25 - $32

About The Position

Glidewell Dental is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Coordinator to oversee work injury claims from initial report through return to work. This role partners closely with employees, medical providers, claims adjusters, and internal teams to ensure timely reporting, proper documentation, and effective accommodations. The ideal candidate has experience in workers’ compensation or occupational health and a strong commitment to employee safety and support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
Minimum one (1) year of work experience in Human Resources environment, preferably in Workers Compensation, a plus.
Worker's comp claims experience

Nice To Haves

Occupational medical experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides full cycle administrative support for work injuries at all locations including, but not limited to: coordinating medical attention and transportation, providing information regarding workers compensation entitlements and process, and reporting claims via TPA system.
Serves as point-of-contact for employees and responds to inquiries regarding injuries, workers compensation benefits, and claim issues.
Acts as First Responder for first aid injuries and completes Worker’s Compensation Injury Report for incidents/accidents.
Conducts the interactive and return to work process with employees. Coordinates light duty accommodations as needed.
Corresponds with external medical providers regarding employees’ injuries, medical visits, and progress.
Supports claims adjuster with all relevant facts and information for proper and timely management of claim files related to: benefits, work restriction accommodations and return to work dates.
Works with legal team regarding cases. Discusses case issues, prepares summaries, and attends legal depositions.
Completes all data entry duties to ensure employee work injury claim records are maintained and updated, both internally in HRIS and externally for carriers/providers on a regular basis.
Researches and resolves employee complaints or concerns related to claims in a timely manner; seeks guidance from direct manager/supervisor as necessary.
Investigates work injuries by meeting with involved parties, witnesses and obtains statements.
Provides workers compensation training for management and cross-functional teams as needed.
Partners with Benefits Team on leave of absences related to work injuries. Communicates with EH&S Team regarding safety concerns and suggestions.
Supports all Risk Management efforts by recommending ergonomic assessments, and safety evaluations when needs are identified for employees or depts.
Supports Safety and HR in regular meetings, fire drills, Health and Safety fairs, and translation when needed.
Performs other related duties and projects as business needs require at direction of management.