University of California, Santa Cruz · 3 months ago
Workers' Compensation Analyst
The University of California, Santa Cruz is a public university known for its innovative and experimental approach to education. The Workers' Compensation Analyst will support the implementation of injury prevention programs and coordinate segments of the University's workers' compensation program, utilizing best practices for risk mitigation.
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Responsibilities
Provides support with work status reports and transitional return to work program for assigned workers' compensation cases
Analyzes complex loss areas, and compiles initial workers’ compensation claims data; identifies and collects missing information; inputs essential data within reporting deadlines; prepares and sends initial notification; and establishes and maintains confidential claim files
Assists with implementing risk control programs and strategies to prevent losses and reduce insurance premiums
Updates emergency medical providers with workers' compensation billing data and contact information
Provides support for the administration of claimant DWC 1 and workers' compensation medical prescription card program
Liaises with medical providers to obtain timely and work status reports
Assists with analyzing complex loss claims data and metrics reports
Assists in implementing preventative measures. Assists in developing injury prevention safety training to aid in injury reduction
Provides support in developing programming by targeting areas of frequent injury types
Conduct thorough assessments to identify high-risk areas and activities within the university
Develop and implement targeted strategies to prevent injuries, including ergonomic adjustments, hazard identification, and safety protocols
Design and deliver ongoing training programs to educate staff and faculty on best practices for avoiding physical movement injuries
Work closely with departments identified as high-risk to tailor safety initiatives that address specific needs and challenges
Regularly review the effectiveness of implemented measures and training programs, using data-driven approaches to make necessary adjustments
Provide detailed reports on progress, including reductions in injury claims and cost savings, to demonstrate the impact of the initiatives
Develop customer satisfaction surveys for training programs to evaluate program success
Provide risk analysis support to Risk Services department programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
Proven interpersonal skills, customer service orientation, active listening skills, professionalism
Proven organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of workers' compensation claims management; Workers' Compensation experience with either a third party claims administrator, a Workers' Compensation insurer or a large employer
Proven ability to use critical thinking and analytical skills to solve problems
Ability to maintain highly confidential information in an appropriate manner; and maintain high ethical standards
Demonstrated knowledge of occupational disability management; knowledge of developing and coordinating occupational injury return to work assignments
Computer skills characterized by: knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and the ability to learn and utilize a claims management information system
Preferred
Certified Professional in Disability Management (CPDM) professional designation
Completion of Insurance Educational Association course WCCA 10, Foundations of California Workers' Compensation Claims, or equivalent Workers' Compensation course
Ability to communicate in the Spanish language
Strong skills required to develop course materials and deliver content effectively to diverse populations
Benefits
Full benefits
Company
University of California, Santa Cruz
UCSC opened in 1965 with 650 students. Forty-five years later, the campus is home to nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 1,500 graduate
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.6MKey Investors
U.S. Department of AgricultureNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)James S. McDonnell Foundation
2023-06-21Grant· $10M
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
2022-02-24Grant· $0.25M
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