What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workers Compensation Legal Assistant position at Essentia Health?
Job Description:
The Workers’ Compensation Legal Assistant supports the Program Manager and Paralegal with legal administrative duties including but not limited to filing motions and other legal documents via the administrative court system, management of the digital file system and spreadsheets, follow-up with Workers Compensation and Third-Party Liability case files. The legal assistant will at times perform case law research for the Program Manager and Paralegal.Education Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Logs in hearing notices, settlement and administrative conferences to calendar
- Keeps files updated by contacting and communicating with attorneys on case progress
- Maintaining Excel spreadsheets for continuous monitoring re: monies being collected re: TPL/WC Settlements and underpayments
- Assisting with the preparation and filing of legal documents and correspondence
- Responding to Third Party Liability Lien hold requests
- Proofreading legal documents for the manager and paralegal
- Provides support to the department as needed
Educational Requirements:
- Associate’s degree and/or 3 years’ legal experience in Workers Compensation or Liability field
Required Qualifications:
- Experience with electronic medical records.
- Must have attention to detail
- Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook
Preferred Qualifications:
- Long term interest in risk, legal, workers compensation, or related field
- Experience with shared files, Adobe, Foxit
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.
Job Location: 5th Avenue Building - BHC
Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
Compensation Range: $23.25 - $34.88 / hour
FTE: 0.8
Salary : $23 - $35
