Associate Benefits Review Specialist

From day one The Standard has worked hard to make a difference, by being different In 1906, our founder Leo Samuel chartered the first locally-based life insurance company to champion the communities of the Pacific Northwest. Today, his philanthropic spirit lives on. Every day, we follow in the footsteps of our founder by our involvement in the communities in which we live. Vibrant, healthy communities provide opportunities for people and a positive environment in which to live and do business. We believe that we have a responsibility to help build and maintain such communities. Our investment in social service, health, arts, education, environmental and civic causes is part of our commitment to building lasting relationships with our employees, customers and communities. Job Description Associate Benefits Review Specialist If you want to make a positive difference and stand out from the crowd, you'll fit in at The Standard (www.standard.com). Through our retirement plans and insurance products and services, we help provide people with the financial security and confidence to pursue their dreams. Come join us and share our passion for serving our customers in a positively different way. We are currently hiring for an Associate Benefits Review Specialist to conduct independent reviews of disputed disability and life claims determinations in a timely, accurate and objective manner. This position will communicate decisions to claimants, beneficiaries and/or their legal representatives, and Benefits management by providing responsive and caring customer service to claimants, beneficiaries, policyholders, and other internal and external customers. Primary responsibilities for this position include: - Conduct independent reviews of disputed claims which generally involve routine medical, vocational and/or contractual issues; identify file/fact discrepancies and outstanding issues and coordinate the receipt of additional documentation as necessary to allow for reasonable and well-supported claims determinations. - Work with ISG Legal Department to clarify issues, prepare files for litigation, and resolve or settle disputed claims. Communicate decisions to claimants/beneficiaries or their representatives, as well as to the appropriate Division personnel. Provide feedback to the ARU Supervisor and/or Benefits Supervisor with regard to training or claims administration issues identified in contested claims reviewed. To succeed in this exciting role you will need: - Bachelor's degree in business, science or related field. - Progressively responsible experience as an Associate Disability Benefits Analyst or Disability Benefits Analyst, or the equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience. Ability to analyze and apply medical, vocational, and contractual information to disability, life and waiver of premium claims; ability to prioritize work and complete reviews in accordance with regulatory timeframes. The Standard has long recognized the benefits of a diverse workforce, and strives to provide a culture which recognizes the unique contributions of each of our employees. Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Equal Opportunity employers. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, drug test, plus employment and education verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable. If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=505256-3-543 www.standard.com