Worker S Compensation Specialist

We're a Good Family to Know:

Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH) is a community-based healthcare organization that offers a full array of integrated services, serving more than 100,000 individuals each year in nearly 100 locations throughout Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas and Illinois.

Our greatest reward has been the opportunity to serve families and communities in need for the past 40 years. At PFH, our future is brighter than ever! With changes in leadership, focused priorities and strong core values, PFH remains a “Good Family to Know!”

Your role at PFH:

As an the Worker's Compensation Specialist t you will be responsible for managing the worker's compensation program due to workplace injury or illness

You will:

• Investigate and track workers' compensation incidents/injuries, prepare reports and determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future.
• Work with various PFH sites and managers to ensure a safe environment and practices within the workplace
• Submit claims to the carrier and work with claim representatives to ensure all followup recommendations are followed through the finalization of the claim
• Assist with investigations when needed
• Prepare and distribute OSHA reports
• Lead safety initiatives within the company through communication of safety topics and keeping safety awareness at the forefront.
• Plus much more!

We think you'd be great for this role if you have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a closely related field; OR
• Four years related experience is required

You'll love being a part of our family because:

Our associates are our most valuable asset! We understand the role their satisfaction plays in the quality of services they provide. Through encouragement, our associates are empowered to optimize their strengths through ongoing training to ensure they are equipped and feel competent to serve our clients.

Our eligible associates enjoy some of the following PFH Perks:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability plan options
• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match!
• Company paid basic life insurance
• Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and sick time
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care
• Health & Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage Reimbursement
• License/Certification Reimbursement

Our human resources team wants to let you know what's required:

Employment is conditional upon the receipt of appropriate background checks. Upon offer of employment, you must grant permission for Preferred Family Healthcare to verify accuracy, legitimacy, and results in regards to the following conditions of employment:

• Background check that includes criminal history and abuse/ neglect.
• Motor vehicle driving record check.
• Education and license/certification verification (if applicable).
• Employment and/or personal reference checks.