Claims Field Adjuster - New York, United States - Richard Blaise & Associates, Inc.

Description

About us
Richard Blaise & Associates, Inc.

is a complete investigative research and adjusting firm, which was established to provide expert claims investigation services to the insurance industry, legal professionals, as well as self-insured clients, municipalities, transportation lines and school districts.

We are a full service, multi-line, independent organization that has taken a leadership role in the investigation of liability, workers compensation and fraud claims.

We employ the highest quality of investigative procedures utilizing state of the art technology to meet our client's needs.


Experienced Claims Field Adjuster / Investigator

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Field investigating, evaluating and settling casualty insurance claims
• Determining whether the insured's policy covers the claimed loss
• Mitigating claims and Deciding an appropriate amount the company should pay out, if anything.
• Ensuring that claims are not fraudulent and if so, identifying "Red Flags"
• Contacting claimant's employers or doctors for additional information if the claim is questionable
• Conferring with legal counsel as needed
• Negotiating settlements and authorizing payments

Skills and Qualification:
Claims Adjusters must consider multiple pieces of information to carefully make a decision.

In addition to being a licensed General Adjuster, the following Skills and Qualifications are essential for the position:

• Excellent Communication skills to gather information from individuals, including medical experts, claimant's, policyholder and witnesses for the mitigation of claims.
• Attention to detail to carefully review damages, medical reports, specials, property and other documents.
• Interpersonal skills to meet with claimants and other relevant individuals who may be upset by a situation.
• Math skills for calculating damages.
• Strong professional drive
• Strong knowledge of the labor law, sections 240 and 241 (Construction Claims knowledge)
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Listening and Negotiation skills
• Time Management
• Adaptability to Change
• Passion for interacting with people

NYS Notary is a plus


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time


Pay:
$ $35.00 per hour


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Outdoor work

Education:

• High school or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location:
On the road