Field Claims Specialist - TX Workers' Compensation at American Family Insurance Group

Texas, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Insurance, Property and CasualtyIndustries

Reside in the Houston area
Innovative, high energy, resilient, determined, assertive, clever, and competitive
Knowledge of Texas workers' compensation laws
Skilled at developing strategies to bring claims to resolution
Ability to work from home office approximately 40% of the time and in the field approximately 60% of the time
Willingness to travel overnight as needed based on caseload
Physical ability for prolonged sitting and/or standing
Frequent travel, including some overnight travel
Ability to operate and/or travel in a motor vehicle for long periods of time
Occasional travel by other means

Investigating losses
Analyzing coverage, determining compensability and benefits
Establishing reserves and negotiating settlements
Conducting face-to-face meetings with claimants and insureds
Preparing large loss reports to both internal and external audiences
Attending settlement conferences, pre-trials and trials as assigned
Working closely with defense attorneys and other vendors including medical case management, surveillance, etc
Adjusting workers' compensation claims with the highest potential exposure