Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Claims Specialist ID 2025-5809 Category Accounting/Finance Position Type Regular Full-Time Location/Org Data : Name Melbourne, FL HQ Min Compensation USD $26.44/Hr. Max Compensation USD $28.85/Hr. Overview

 

 

Join the best in the industry at Nextech and embark on a rewarding career journey! For over 30 years, we've built our success on a foundation of Quality, Value, and Integrity, fostering enduring partnerships with thousands of satisfied customers. With over 2,000 team members nationwide, Nextech sets itself apart from other companies by being America’s largest HVAC/R service provider.

 

As we continue to grow, we're committed to offering an exceptional work experience for our employees with numerous opportunities for development and advancement. If you pride yourself on quality work, integrity, and dedication, we want you on our team. Nextech boasts outstanding review ratings on Indeed and Glassdoor, making it the premier destination for HVAC professionals. Elevate your career by joining Nextech today!

 

Role

Under the direction of the assigned Manager, the Claims Specialist performs a variety of specialized and analytical duties involved in managing claims. This role is responsible for monitoring, coordinating, and processing Workers Compensation, Automobile and General Liability claims; this includes maintaining case history documentation, contacting, and interviewing involved parties, and serving as a technical resource to employees.  

The Claims Specialist is responsible for ensuring timely processing of claims; evaluating accident reports to determine accuracy and completeness and ensuring adequate investigation. This position is also responsible for ensuring that the Company is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations and providing training and guidance, as needed.

Company Benefits

 

Excellent Health Insurance options including a FREE employee only optionDental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance optionsFREE life insurance equal to your annualized pay rate401k with a 50% match up to the first 6% of your contributions7 paid Holidays2 paid Personal days10 paid Vacation days Min Compensation USD $26.44/Hr. Max Compensation USD $28.85/Hr. Responsibilities

 

Monitor and record appropriate leave usage relative to Workers Compensation benefits; notify payroll and other appropriate personnel regarding adjustments Provide technical guidance and advice to supervisors, managers and site representatives regarding Workers Compensation, Auto Accidents and General Liability issues; serve as liaison between: return-to-work program, injured employees and managers in relation to returning injured employees back to work, repair shop and Fleet department for auto repairs, and provide documentation as necessary to adjusters and Defense counsel in law suits Analyze circumstances of claims, injury records and medical evaluations, accident videos and photos; document injuries; assure prompt delivery of medical and financial services and the return of injured workers to safe and productive employment in a timely manner, timely repair of company vehicles  Assist Risk Manager with facilitating and coordinating program-related training as appropriate; assist in providing training to departmental administrative personnel regarding roles in recording/reporting job-related injuries, damage to company vehicles and liability coverage  Prepare and maintain a variety of records, logs, correspondence, and files related to assigned activities; maintain OSHA records Receive, file and organize employee accident reports; determine reportable accidents; initiate and process claims; maintain files and correspondence regarding employee accident reports; maintain communication with third party administrators; notify managers regarding employee accident reports, trends or preventative measures  Coordinate and maintain schedules for ergonomic evaluations for employees with the ergonomic evaluator; assist the evaluator as requested; maintain related spreadsheets; submit and track work orders placed to the appropriate department for the installation of employee’s ergonomic supplies  Receive and process information on property and liability claims; provide requesting parties appropriate documentation and forms regarding property and liability claims  Receive billings and estimates; obtain appropriate signatures and submit to accounts payable for payment Evaluate accident reports, ensuring the timely processing of medical bills, temporary total disability benefits and deductible payments Review witness statements, department investigation results and other documentation and compiles facts and data regarding accident reports and filed cases Maintains subrogation records and files for those incidents involving third parties; send subrogation letters to third parties in an effort to obtain reimbursement of monies spent by the Company for medical treatment, time loss, and awards and settlements paid; submits amounts paid for medical treatment and/or temporary total disability benefits to the State Attorney's Office in order to seek reimbursement in cases where criminal charges have been filed Reviews documentation to determine whether medical bills and temporary total disability benefits should be continued; authorizes payment of medical bills and temporary total disability benefits and deductible payments upon receipt of proper documentation  Other related duties, as assigned  Qualifications

 

Excellent organization and time management skills to handle multiple tasks in an environment with large volumes of data and paperwork Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent customer service skills, both orally and in writing  High degree of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail Proven time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines Ability to interpret, apply and explain Workers Compensation coverage and benefits to employees  Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive data Ability to function well in a fast-paced and demanding environment Ability to establish and maintain comprehensive records and prepare reports  Ability to interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations  Ability to analyze facts, information, and data  Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others Ability to appropriately prioritize tasks and to meet schedules and timelines (time management) Ability to execute tasks independently 

 

Education and Experience

 

High school diploma or equivalent required, college degree preferred Prior onboarding Workers’ Compensation & Vehicle Repair required Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Smartsheets or other EHS platforms Detailed oriented, Troubleshooting, Problem solving, Work independently, Time management, good Communication skills Prior work with TPA’s and Liability Insurance carriers HVAC Industry experience or service industry a plus  Physical Requirements

 

Continuously able to work in office environmentAble to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine, telephone, and computer printer.Continuously able to work in office environmentContinuously able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine, telephone, and computer printerContinuously able to sit at a computer for up to 8 hours Able to alternate between sitting and standing, as needed throughout the dayOccasionally able to lift up to 15 lbsContinuously requires vision, hearing, twisting, and talking Occasionally requires walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, bending, and crouching Rarely requires climbing Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Connect With Us! Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration.
Nextech North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Nextech North America is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Nextech North America are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Nextech North America will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Application FAQs

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