Medical Access Assistant Specialist

Cor Vel is seeking a Medical Access Assistant (Provider Relations Specialist).

The Provider Relations Specialist assists injured workers, claims examiners, attorneys, providers, etc. in locating providers within the medical provider network (MPN), verifying provider inclusion in an MPN and scheduling appointments upon request for the injured worker.

This position includes a moderate volume of inbound calls and a high volume of outbound calls.

This is a remote position.

• Receive incoming calls, emails and faxes from the Medical Access Assistant line
• Provide excellent customer service and act as network liaison to injured workers, claims examiners and providers
• Triage requests and ensure they are completed within required time frames
• Locate providers of a particular specialty within a designated area as requested by the caller
• Verify providers are within a specified network and/or have a contract with Cor Vel
• Schedule appointments for injured workers upon request
• Follow all guidelines set by the California Code of Regulations
• Assist callers in navigating our website directory
• Call providers to verify demographic information (address, phone number, WC acceptance, etc)
• Answer questions from callers regarding their MPN; transferring the caller to the appropriate department if we are unable to assist
• Work with the Network Relations team to correct any discrepancies in the database
• Communicate to the contract developers if there is a need for certain specialties in a geographic area
• Multitask, utilize multiple programs and resources
• Various additional duties as assigned

• Ability to write and speak clearly, easily communicating complex ideas across multiple platforms
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations and communicate diplomatically via telephone, fax, email or face to face interactions
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Computer proficiency with the ability to utilize MS Office and other programs
• Effective quantitative, analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong interpersonal, time management and analytical skills.

• Medical background and/or workers' compensation experience
• Call center experience a plus but not required

Cor Vel uses a market based approach to pay and our salary ranges may vary depending on your location. Pay rates are established taking into account the following factors: federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements, the geographic location differential, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, internal employee equity, and market conditions. Our ranges may be modified at any time.

For leveled roles (I, II, III, Senior, Lead, etc.) new hires may be slotted into a different level, either up or down, based on assessment during interview process taking into consideration experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role. The level may impact the salary range and these adjustments would be clarified during the offer process.

Pay Range: $16.90 - $22.89 per hour

A list of our benefit offerings can be found on our Cor Vel website:
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In general, our opportunities will be posted for up to 1 year from date of posting, or until we have selected candidate(s) to fulfill the opening, whichever comes first.

Cor Vel, a certified Great Place to Work® Company, is a national provider of industry-leading risk management solutions for the workers’ compensation, auto, health and disability management industries. Cor Vel was founded in 1987 and has been publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange since 1991. Our continual investment in human capital and technology enable us to deliver the most innovative and integrated solutions to our clients.

We are a stable and growing company with a strong, supportive culture and plenty of career advancement opportunities. Over 4,000 people working across the United States embrace our core values of Accountability, Commitment, Excellence, Integrity and Teamwork (ACE-IT!).

A comprehensive benefits package is available for full-time regular employees and includes Medical (HDHP) w/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account Options, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Pre-paid Legal Insurance, Parking and Transit FSA accounts, 401K, ROTH 401K, and paid time off.

Cor Vel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

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