Workers’ Compensation Analyst (Work from Home)

Geisinger•Work from home (Pennsylvania), PA

1d•Remote

About The Position

Serves as system-wide support related to the administration, processing, coordination, and maintenance of Workers' Compensation. Responds to requests for reporting, statistical, and financial data to support the Workers' Compensation function.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
Minimum of 5 years-Relevant experience (Required)

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience may be a combination of related work experience and degree obtained (Associate’s Degree = 2 years; Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years).

Responsibilities

Completes detailed claim investigations for Workers' Compensation.
Gathers and analyzes pertinent criteria and advises on whether to accept or contest claims.
Obtains information from the Medical Records and Payroll Departments to assure required documentation is submitted Workers' Compensation carrier.
Coordinates gathering of wage information, educating employee and supervisor on proper supplemental payments.
Monitors employee's use of paid time off and communicates directly with the Payroll Department and supervisors to ensure correct payment of Paid Time Off and Extended and supplemental time.
Determines OSHA recordability of every work-related injury, reviews medical notes, Return to Work Instructions, and investigates the claim.
Maintains the Federally mandated OSHA 300 Log and Summary of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses for all locations and entities.
Monitors all Return to Work documentation from providers to determine appropriate completion of forms.
Attends Workers' Compensation hearings as needed.
Receives requests, searches pertinent records, selects proper informational material, or if indicated, determines other appropriate actions to be taken.
Administered OCIP claim filings, investigations and management.
Supports director with Litigated Claims/Files/Scheduling/Hearings.
Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality