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Experienced Desk Adjuster - Remote after training

Sedgwick

Olympia, WA(remote)

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18–$32 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Auditory, Automation, Claims Processing, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Skills, Consulting, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Financial Services, Hospital, Identify Issues, Insurance, Insurance Claims, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Legal, Licensing, Litigation, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Police Records, Policy Evaluation, Problem Solving Skills, Reporting Skills, Risk, Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Olympia, WA
POSTED
10 days ago
By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there's no limit to what you can achieve. Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America's Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies Certified as a Great Place to Work® Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance Experienced Desk Adjuster - Remote after training **PRIMARY PURPOSE** **:** Handles losses and claims valued up to $15,000 for property and casualty insurers through the thorough examination of documents, records, loss reports, and other relevant documentation. Efficiently manages a case load using technology for efficient claim processing. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES** + Evaluates insurance policies, claims forms, policies, endorsements, carrier instructions, and other records to determine insurance coverage. + Conducts thorough investigations, gathers official reports as needed, consults police and hospital records and inspects physical damage or written estimates for damages based on a conducted inspection to determine extent of company's liability and varying methods of investigation, according to type of insurance. + Interviews, telephones, and/or corresponds with claimant and witnesses regarding claim. + Estimates cost of repair, replacement, or compensation. + Prepares report of findings and negotiates claim settlements by adhering to carrier instructions and obtaining necessary information. Issues settlement checks, files regulatory documents, and handles salvage and subrogation as applicable. + Recommends litigation by legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated. + Attends litigation hearings and participates in depositions as necessary. + Revises case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probable costs. + Maintains an expected caseload efficiently. + Utilizes technology and automation tools for efficient claim handling. + Sends claims exceeding $15,000 gross loss amount to leadership for authority approval. **ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES** + Performs other duties as assigned. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education & Licensing** Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Must obtain IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months in the role. Appropriate state adjuster license is required. **Experience** Three (3) year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Prior experience handling property and casualty claims a plus but not required. **Skills & Knowledge** + Empathetic claims handling demeanor + Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills + PC literate, including Microsoft Office products + Analytical and interpretive skills + Negotiating skills + Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports + 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, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, 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 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. _As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $18-$32/hr. Always accepting applications._ Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. **If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.** **Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see** **sedgwick.com**

About the Company

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Sedgwick

From our modest beginnings as a regional claims administrator founded in 1969, Sedgwick has grown into a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions with 21,000 colleagues, located in 65 countries. Through innovative product development, organic business development and strategic acquisitions, Sedgwick’s offerings continue to evolve beyond claims processing to meet the current and future needs of our clients. Our approach to delivering quality service in areas such as workers’ compensation, liability, property, disability and absence management goes far beyond just managing claims—we aim to simplify the process and reduce complexity, making it easy and effective for everyone involved.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
WEBSITE
https://www.sedgwick.com/