Workers Compensation Legal Assistant

Min 1 yrs required

Full-time

No

Summary:

Farah & Farah, a premier personal injury law firm in Southeast GA and Florida, is seeking a Workers Compensation Legal Assistant to join their team. This full-time position will involve answering calls and emails, setting up patient charts, scheduling appointments, obtaining authorizations, and handling outgoing claims for the Workers Compensation Department. The ideal candidate will have experience in medical billing, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Spanish-speaking and previous workers' compensation experience is preferred. Farah & Farah offers a comprehensive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Key Responsibilities:

- Answer inbound calls and emails from patients, insurance carriers, and other parties
- Set up new patient charts and schedule appointments
- Obtain authorizations for initial visits, surgeries, and physical therapy
- Communicate with claims adjusters and case managers to verify patient work status and appointments
- Maintain accurate records and reports
- Provide end of visit documentation to insurance carriers
- Assist physicians and their teams with any questions or needs regarding workers compensation claim patients

Qualifications:

- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
- Excellent customer service, time management, and organizational skills
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills to develop working relationships with clients, associates, and vendors
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Experience with Microsoft applications, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Previous experience in medical billing or a medical office setting preferred
- Spanish-speaking is a plus
- High school diploma or equivalent

Benefits:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K
- Employer-paid short-term disability and basic life insurance

Schedule:

- 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday
- Onsite office in a professional setting

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Farah & Farah is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

E-Verify:

Farah & Farah participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm your authorization to work in the . If E-Verify cannot confirm your eligibility, you will be given the opportunity to resolve the issue before any action is taken by the employer. Employers can only use E-Verify once an applicant has accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.

In this role as a Workers Compensation Legal Assistant at Farah & Farah, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment, while also making a difference in the lives of clients. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, as well as the chance to be a part of a dedicated and compassionate team. Join Farah & Farah in their mission to deliver justice for those who need it most.

Not specified

Medical/Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, 401K, Employer Paid Short Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance

Spanish language skills are a plus.

Customer service, time management, organizational skills, problem solving, interpersonal skills, Microsoft applications, medical billing, medical office experience, Spanish language

High School diploma or equivalent

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through the company's website.

Qualification and Experience High School diploma or equivalent

Legal