Sr. Workers%27 Compensation Adjuster

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The Human Resources Division (HRD) is an agency within the Executive Office for Administration and Finance. HRD provides support to state agencies in all matters relating to the Commonwealth's classification, compensation, benefits, recruitment, training & employee development, civil rights, collective bargaining and workers compensation administration.

About the Workers’ Compensation Unit
The Human Resources Division/Workers’ Compensation Unit (HRD/WC) is the legislatively authorized administrator of the Commonwealth’s self-insured workers’ compensation program.  HRD/WC uses a medical management strategy to facilitate the employee’s recovery and return to work.  It is the goal of HRD/WC to return injured employees to gainful employment in a timely, efficient way.  

This position is a confidential position
This position requires a working knowledge of M.G.L. Chapter 152 as well as an ability to complete the following:

Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial 3-point contact and maintain ongoing communication with agency contacts throughout the life of the claim.
• Recognize potential Third Party/Subrogation cases.
• Maintain accurate records and payments.
• Process medical bills at DIA rates.
• Manage a caseload of lost time and medical-only claims within the guidelines of M.G.L. Chapter 152.
• Prepare cases for litigation when necessary.
• Calculate indemnity rates, travel reimbursement, end-of-compensation dates, and all other required adjustments and reimbursements.
• Create and monitor a personal diary system.
• Conduct virtual/on-site workers’ compensation claim reviews/or training for internal and external customers.
• Work on special projects as assigned by the management team.

 Preferred Qualification

• 2-3 years of experience adjusting Workers' Compensation claims under M.G.L. Chapter 152.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner with an appropriate level of detail, empathy, and professionalism.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers.
• Ability to investigate a claim by gathering and analyzing facts with the purpose of rendering a determination regarding claim compensability.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and direction.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when presented with challenging and difficult situations.
• Commitment to working in a team environment.
• Ability to adhere to strict timelines but also have the ability and flexibility to multitask in a fast-paced environment.