Job Summary
This hybrid role supports workers compensation claims operations by delivering consistent customer service in Spanish and English for injured workers employers and partners. The specialist reviews claim information documents interactions and follows defined processes to ensure timely claim handling in rotational shifts without travel while maintaining compliance and quality in a global MNC environment.
Responsibilities
- Handle inbound and outbound customer interactions related to workers compensation claims in Spanish and English to ensure timely and accurate resolution of inquiries and requests.
- Document claim related conversations and updates in the claims system with clear summaries to maintain accurate records and support efficient case handling.
- Review claim files for completeness and correctness to confirm that required information such as incident details and claimant data is captured and ready for adjudication.
- Coordinate with internal operations teams to clarify claim related questions and to support smooth progression of claims through established workflows.
- Apply approved guidelines and procedures to routine claims service activities to help ensure consistent decisions and adherence to company and regulatory expectations.
- Respond to status requests from claimants employers and partners with clear and empathetic communication to support understanding of claim progress.
- Escalate complex or sensitive claim service issues to senior team members as needed to reduce risk and improve customer outcomes.
- Perform data entry and validation for new and existing workers compensation claims to minimize errors and support accurate reporting.
- Follow rotational shift schedules and adhere to attendance expectations to provide continuous service coverage across time periods.
- Support process improvement efforts by identifying recurring service issues and sharing observations with the supervisor to enhance customer experience.
- Adhere to confidentiality and data protection standards when handling sensitive claim and personal information to protect all stakeholders.
- Monitor personal performance metrics such as service levels quality scores and productivity to contribute to team targets and organizational goals.
- Engage in training and upskilling activities focused on workers compensation claim practices customer service techniques and language proficiency to maintain and improve job performance.
Qualifications
- Possess foundational experience in customer service environments with exposure to call handling email support or similar client facing activities that demonstrate strong communication and problem solving abilities.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of workers compensation claims concepts including claim intake documentation tracking and basic benefit understanding in a structured operations setting.
- Communicate fluently in Spanish and English in both spoken and written forms to support diverse customers and stakeholders with clarity and cultural sensitivity.
- Show ability to follow standardized procedures guidelines and scripts while accurately capturing details and adapting to different customer needs within those boundaries.
- Exhibit strong attention to detail when entering and reviewing claim information to reduce rework and support compliance and audit readiness.
- Display resilience and professionalism while working in rotational shifts handling repetitive tasks and managing occasional high volume periods in a hybrid environment.
- Use basic office productivity tools and claims or customer service systems to navigate records update information and retrieve case details efficiently.
Certifications Required
Relevant certification in customer service or contact center operations such as a recognized customer service professional credential
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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