Hearing Representative

The Associate Hearing Representative will be primarily responsible for the analysis, management and resolution of lien cases. Attend lien hearings and negotiate resolution of provider liens in an assigned caseload of workers' compensation claims. This position will work closely with the Claims Management and medical bill review teams to ensure the efficient and cost-effective resolution of liens. Position will also present settlement documents before the Workers Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) for approval, as well as defend AmTrust's position at lien trial if appropriate. Experience with Petition for Dismissals and Contribution is also a plus.

Manage case inventory comprised mostly of lien only claims.
• Meet monthly targets for lien case closures.
• Communicate professionally and proactively with Claims and others.
• Concise, professional legal writing skills needed to document claims closure efforts.
• Manage entire life cycle of lien litigation, from open negotiations through settlement and/or trial.
• Prepare defenses to present at trial where AmTrust clearly lacks responsibility for liens.
• Represent AmTrust professionally at all WCAB court appearances including lien conferences and trials.

• * 2-4 years experience handling workers' compensation lien hearings, preferably before the California WCAB
• * Advanced computer skills, including MS Word and MS Excel.
• * Excellent writing skills - including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• * Exceptional telephone etiquette and verbal communication skills.
• * Must have outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
• * Ability to work independently and within deadlines.
• * Must be self-motivated, disciplined and organized, with superior organizational skills.
• * Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects.
• Ability to demonstrate self-starter capabilities and ability to prioritize important tasks and deadlines that derive from a voluminous case load
• Ability to work remotely and regularly travel to various hearings and meetings as required.

The salary range for this role is $90k-$108k. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California. Base pay offered may vary depending on, but not limited to education, experience, skills, geographic location, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics. This range may be modified in the future.

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AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.