[Hiring] Senior Associate, Long Term Disability Claims Specialist @Lincoln Financial

Role Description

As a Sr. Assoc Long Term Disability Claims Specialist, you will manage a workload of Complex Long-Term Disability claims independently in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. You will be responsible for conducting initial and ongoing interviews with claimants, obtaining and reviewing medical records, and making timely and ethical claim determinations. Responsibilities will also include reviewing and handling the most complex claims, including those with complex diagnoses or other claim factors that involve deeper investigation to determine appropriate claim handling.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment, then please read on!

What you'll be doing

• Communicating with claimants, employers, and various medical professionals through phone and e-mail to gather information regarding Long Term Disability Claims and state and federal benefits when applicable.
• Collaborating with fellow case managers, nurse case managers, vocational case managers, and consulting physicians to make appropriate, ethical, and timely claim determinations.
• Reviewing complex medical records and effectively leveraging a variety of tools and resources to understand appropriate approval durations and future action planning throughout the life of the claim.
• Providing exceptional customer service and proactively recognizing customer needs and areas of opportunity.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or minimum Associate degree in lieu of required experience.
• 3-5 years of Long Term Disability claims experience, regardless of degree.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills with the ability to multi-task.

Requirements

• Experience with disability and/or absence management (Nice-to-haves).

Benefits

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes.
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities.
• PTO/parental leave.
• Competitive 401K and employee benefits.
• Free financial counseling, health coaching, and employee assistance program.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Work arrangements that work for you.
• Effective productivity/technology tools and training.