Claims Associate - Liability in Portland, Oregon For Sale

Job Title: Claims Associate - Liability City: Portland State/Province: Oregon Position Type: Full Time Description: Claims Examiner I Liability - Property Providing both satisfying and challenging work along with a highly professional and friendly work atmosphere, Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc. has a strong commitment to its colleagues and its clients. If you are seeking place where you can do great things for those whose lives you touch while maximizing your own career possibilities, Sedgwick CMS is the place for you. As the largest and most innovative Third Party Administrator in the claims industry and the first and only TPA to receive both recognition as theBest TPA in Americaand the covetedEmployer of Choicedesignation, we invite you to come be a part of our team and,“Claim Your Future.” PRIMARY PURPOSE: To analyze reported lower-level general liability claims to determine benefits due; and to ensure ongoing adjudication of claims within company standards and industry best practices. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES * Adjusts general liability claims under close supervision. * Handles lower-level liability and/or physical damage claims under close supervision. * Supports other claims examiners and claims supervisors with larger or more complex claims as necessary. * Processes general liability claims by gathering information to determine liability exposure, assigns reserve values to claims, making claims payments as necessary and settling claims up to the designated authority level. * Communicates claim action/processing with claimant, client, and appropriate medical contact. * Ensures claim files are properly documented and claims coding is correct. * Maintains professional client relationships. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES * Performs other duties as assigned. * Supports the organization's quality program(s). QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing High school diploma or GED required. Licenses as required. Experience One (1) year of general office experience required. Claims industry experience preferred. Any college degree may substitute for the required experience. Skills & Knowledge * Excellent oral and written communication * PC literate, including Microsoft Office products * Analytical and interpretive skills * Strong organizational skills * Good interpersonal skills * Ability to work in a team environment * Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Sedgwick CMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace Additional Information: N/A