Workers Compensation Assistant

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

13h•$18 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides efficient and effective response to inquiries from worker' compensation insurers, employers and patients regarding Workers’ Compensation issues. Coordinates requests for medical legal letters by maintaining tracking information in database, preparing information for the provider and the department manager, and responding to attorney inquiries as to status of requests. Accurately and efficiently bills insurers and attorneys for services provided. Provides support to program manager and paralegal with tasks that include maintenance of files (hard copies and electronic), mailing documents, and obtaining notarization as directed. Provide support to department by ordering office supplies and tracking expenses. This person will be responsible for daily support of the medical review specialist with healthcare provider report forms. This individual will work as a liaison between the medical review specialist, providers, and insurance companies to ensure documents are completed in alignment with Minnesota and Wisconsin statutes.

Requirements

2 years office experience, working with medical records.
Qualifying experience includes, but is not limited to, record analysis, experience with worker's compensation documents and filing procedures, and EMR processing.
Proficiency in EPIC, Excel, Word, and Outlook systems

Nice To Haves

Are a c ollaborative team member who fosters trust, supports colleagues, and aligns with and upholds organizational culture and values
Have prior experience in Workers Compensation either for an organization's legal team or for an insurance provider
Have worked with Electronic Medical Records or have general experience within the healthcare space
Experience with shared files, Adobe, and Foxit
Have served as a Workers’ Compensation Paralegal, Claims Assistant, Claims Coordinator, Medical Records Specialist, Workers’ Compensation Intake Specialist, or another legal position such as a Paralegal Assistant
Are looking for a part- time role that will work with your schedule

Responsibilities

Provides efficient and effective response to inquiries from worker' compensation insurers, employers and patients regarding Workers’ Compensation issues.
Coordinates requests for medical legal letters by maintaining tracking information in database, preparing information for the provider and the department manager, and responding to attorney inquiries as to status of requests.
Accurately and efficiently bills insurers and attorneys for services provided.
Provides support to program manager and paralegal with tasks that include maintenance of files (hard copies and electronic), mailing documents, and obtaining notarization as directed.
Provide support to department by ordering office supplies and tracking expenses.
Responsible for daily support of the medical review specialist with healthcare provider report forms.
Works as a liaison between the medical review specialist, providers, and insurance companies to ensure documents are completed in alignment with Minnesota and Wisconsin statutes.

Benefits

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.
Please note that benefit eligibility may vary.
For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

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