We are on the lookout for an experienced Workers' Compensation Adjuster to join our clients team. You will be responsible for investigating and evaluating losses while developing a plan of action to bring claims to proper resolution in a timely manner.   

This role does require you to live in New Mexico and have New Mexico adjuster license, with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience handling Workers' Compensation claims. 

Key Responsibilities

• Determines extent of insurance coverage and compensability on each filed claim
• Investigates claims, including interviewing employees, employers and witnesses
• Obtains necessary records, including but not limited to, hospital records, police reports, physician records, etc.
• EDI and CMS/Section 111 reporting
• Utilizes appropriate preferred vendors
• Presents thorough and accurate reports to client and/or carrier on claims investigations/situations
• Negotiates settlements for resolutions with claimants and their attorneys
• Maintains control of litigation activities and costs per account requirements
• May be asked to mentor, train and/or share expertise with other Davies staff 
• Attends meetings; conferences; workshops or training sessions; and reviews written material to maintain current knowledge on principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas
• Maintains and meets specific licensing requirements
• Responds to client questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner
• Is responsible for catastrophic losses, complex litigation, and other sensitive issues
• All other duties as assigned

Skills, knowledge & expertise

• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed, while meeting time-sensitive deadlines 
• Ability to conduct investigations in multi-party situations 
• Ability to use standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks
• Ability to prepare and present accurate, reliable and factual reports with recommendations 
• Thorough knowledge of current principles and practices associated with claims investigations, adjustment and related practices 
• Extensive knowledge of medical and legal terminology with a thorough understanding of Legal principles/litigation management
• Ability to handle confidential information 
• Ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing
• Ability and willingness to learn quickly and utilize new skills because of rapidly changing information and/or technology 
• Ability to comprehend multi-state laws and regulations to assist other offices, as necessary