Claims Assistant

Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc., is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk and benefits solutions. At Sedgwick, caring countsSM; the company takes care of people and organizations by delivering cost-effective claims, productivity, managed care, risk consulting and other services through the dedication and expertise of more than 14,000 colleagues in some 275 offices located in the U.S., Canada, the U.K and Ireland.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES** - Sets up and enters new claims into claims management system. - Inputs and reviews notes/diaries in claims management system as instructed. - Processes payments. - Processes mail; handles filing, faxing and photocopying. - Reviews, prepares, creates, and/or sends letters, reports, and forms. - Answers and initiates telephone calls, sets up medical appointments, and may provide customer service as required. - Other activities/projects as assigned including the preparation and distribution of computer reports. **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. **Experience** - Six (6) months of clerical or customer service experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. **Skills & Knowledge** - Excellent oral and written communication - PC literate, including Microsoft Office products - Strong organizational 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