Evaluates all pertinent information and works in conjunction with claimant/client to pursue most appropriate claims resolution.
Manages litigated claim issues in alignment with Best Claims Practices. Obtains appropriate litigation budgets and develops appropriate power of attorney in partnership with counsel. Manages litigation expenses of Nationwide Trial Division or approved outside counsel.
Manages assigned claims with little to no direction and oversight. Makes decisions within delegated authority as outlined in company policies and procedures. Adheres to high standards of professional conduct consistent with the delivery of superior service.
Submits severe incident reports, reinsurance reports and other information to home office, claims management, and underwriting.
Partners with Special Investigative Unit (SIU) and Subrogation to identify fraud and subrogation opportunities.
Delivers a positive customer se
Benefits
Vision insuranceRemote work options
Additional Information
If you're passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide's Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, "on your side" goes beyond just words. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.
This is a fully remote position.
The ideal qualifications for candidates applying for this role include:
3-5+ years workers' compensation claims experience, with strong lost-time and litigation handling
Experience in Illinois, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania preferred
Proven ability to independently manage a full caseload, including reserves, settlements, and claim strategy
Strong communicator with experience collaborating across claimants, employers, medical providers, and legal partners
Comfortable working remotely in a high-volume, multi-state environment with minimal oversight
Job Description Summary
Do you have a strong desire to provide prompt, courteous and fair service to customers? Are you a skilled investigator, negotiator and communicator? If you thrive in an environment where you can problem-solve workers' compensation claims resolution, while following processes that provide fair resolution, customer satisfaction and cost management, then we want to hear from you!
As a Claims Specialist, you'll investigate and handle medical and/or loss-of-time workers compensation claims from multiple states to determine compensability, entitled benefits, average weekly wage and benefit rate according to applicable state workers' compensation statute. We'll count on you to promote and provide exemplary customer service. Key to success will be your ability to establish timely and appropriate case reserves aligned with Best Practices and manage claims to appropriate resolution. You'll also communicate frequently with customers, injured workers and medical providers.
Job Description
Nationwide · Remote