Workers Comp Coordinator
Description
- Provides full cycle administrative support for work injuries at all locations including, but not limited to: coordinating medical attention and transportation, providing information regarding workers compensation entitlements and process, and reporting claims via TPA system.
- Serves as point-of-contact for employees and responds to inquiries regarding injuries, workers compensation benefits, and claim issues.
- Acts as First Responder for first aid injuries and completes Worker’s Compensation Injury Report for incidents/accidents.
- Conducts the interactive and return to work process with employees. Coordinates light duty accommodations as needed.
- Corresponds with external medical providers regarding employees’ injuries, medical visits, and progress.
- Supports claims adjuster with all relevant facts and information for proper and timely management of claim files related to: benefits, work restriction accommodations and return to work dates.
- Works with legal team regarding cases. Discusses case issues, prepares summaries, and attends legal depositions.
- Completes all data entry duties to ensure employee work injury claim records are maintained and updated, both internally in HRIS and externally for carriers/providers on a regular basis.
- Researches and resolves employee complaints or concerns related to claims in a timely manner; seeks guidance from direct manager/supervisor as necessary.
- Investigates work injuries by meeting with involved parties, witnesses and obtains statements.
- Provides workers compensation training for management and cross-functional teams as needed.
- Partners with Benefits Team on leave of absences related to work injuries. Communicates with EH&S Team regarding safety concerns and suggestions.
- Supports all Risk Management efforts by recommending ergonomic assessments, and safety evaluations when needs are identified for employees or depts.
- Supports Safety and HR in regular meetings, fire drills, Health and Safety fairs, and translation when needed.
- Performs other related duties and projects as business needs require at direction of management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
- Minimum one (1) year of work experience in Human Resources environment, preferably in Workers Compensation, a plus.
- Occupational medical experience preferred
- Worker's comp claims experience
Glidewell Laboratories is the industry leader in dental technology due to our agility, speed, and cutting edge technology. We work in a fast-paced and highly sought-after employee-friendly work environment. Behind all of this success is an amazing group of people who are passionate about bringing innovation to the marketplace, while providing quality and affordability to better the lives of people all over the world. If you share in our passion for teamwork and a vision for excellence, let's talk about a rewarding career at Glidewell!
In addition are the following generous employee benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match, company-paid life insurance, additional onsite dental services, vacation, holiday, and sick time, employee gym (with fitness classes and meditation room), employee medical/wellness center (with massage therapy and acupuncture), two company subsidized cafes, Internet cafes, employee lounges with big screen TVs, game tables, fun company sponsored events, a diverse work environment with over forty nationalities represented, and much more!
Glidewell Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to provide employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at [email protected]. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.
Note to Current employees: Please apply through Employee Transfer Application to complete the transfer request form.