Assistant (Safety & Workers’ Compensation)

Assistant (Safety & Workers’ Compensation) | OKC, OK

$16-$20/hour 12 week assignment 

M-F 8-5

Assistant (Safety & Workers’ Compensation)

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Track workers’ comp claims from filing through close of claim
• Gather, document, upload, and maintain all documents associated with on-the-job injuries.
• Communicate weekly with injured team members on light duty (TD) and temporary total disability (TTD)
• Track light duty assignments and TTD days on injured team members.
• Report weekly on number of new injures by division, status of injured team members, number of team members on light duty, number of team members on TTD, and pertinent updates on their status or claims status.
• Manage all documentation related to the team member’s injury, treatment, work status (phone calls, witness statements, injury reports, medical reports, work status, and investigation reports)
• Assist facilitating team members returning to work by ordering drug screen and POET as needed.
• Update and maintain departmental logs and files on OJIs, general liability and auto accidents.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with department team members, all levels of management and staff, as well as outside clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Assist with planning safety department events.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for safety department.
• Assist in meeting departmental and safety goals.

Assistant (Safety & Workers’ Compensation) 

Qualification Requirements:

• Ability to work independently on projects or assignments as well as collaborate as part of a cross disciplinary team on group projects.
• Strong attention to details.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at once and work in fast-paced work environment.
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times.
• Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
• A team-oriented, solutions driven mindset with the ability to maintain a professional, courteous, and helpful demeanor.
• Prior insurance claims experience is preferred but not required.

Assistant (Safety & Workers’ Compensation)

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED, Associates or Bachelor’s degree in health, safety or business administration preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
• Must have at least one-year relevant experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.