Claims Examiner-Workers' Compensation

The main purpose of this position is to examine and manage both medical only and lost time workmen's compensation claims in accordance with the Nebraska Workmen's Compensation Act. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNTCIONS The job functions listed below represent the essential job duties and responsibilities of the above- listed position. • Receive phone calls from employees reporting of an injury, filing a claim, or inquiring about a claim. • Coordinate medical bills and manage claims related to an injury, until the claim is closed. • Enter data into the computer system dealing with information within a claim such as medical status, medical bills, reports, and wage loss. • Examine Workmen's Compensation claims and determine approval or denial of claims. • Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Strong written and oral communication skills. • Ability to communicate with customers, drivers, and co-workers in a courteous, sensitive and professional manner. • Excellent decision making skills. • Knowledge in operating a PC. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Minimum of an Associate's degree from an accredited college with emphasis in Business Management or Insurance preferred or equivalent experience. • Knowledge of medical terminology required. • Two to three years experience with workers' compensation claims processing or equivalent experience preferred. • One to two years of experience in insurance operations preferred. • Receive phone calls from employees reporting of an injury, filing a claim, or inquiring about a claim. • Coordinate medical bills and manage claims related to an injury, until the claim is closed. • Enter data into the computer system dealing with information within a claim such as medical status, medical bills, reports, and wage loss. • Examine Workmen's Compensation claims and determine approval or denial of claims. • Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel. 
We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage. Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age. By clicking “Submit” you are expressly consenting to our Privacy Policy (available at https://www.werner.com/privacy-policy/ ) and to Werner Enterprises, Inc., its representatives, and affiliates (“Werner”) contacting you about your inquiry, and that Werner may collect sensitive information about you to consider your employment as explained further in our Privacy Policy. All information collected will be handled and retained as explained in the Privacy Policy.