Disability Claims Examiner jobs in Utah

Disability Claims Examiner reviews, evaluates and processes disability insurance claims according to procedure and practice. Examines claims material to ensure insurance coverage and validity. Being a Disability Claims Examiner has contact with agents, claimants, and policy holders. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Additionally, Disability Claims Examiner typically reports to a supervisor/manager. To be a Disability Claims Examiner typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Disability Claims Examiner I - Salt Lake City
  • State of Utah
  • Salt Lake, UT FULL_TIME


  • The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is seeking a motivated and highly skilled Disability Claims Examiner I to join the Disability Determination Services (DDS) team in our Salt Lake City office.

    Posting will be used to fill equivalent positions for 6 months.
    Telework will be considered after a 1 year probationary period and if all performance standards are met.

    Watch our video!  Becoming A Disability Examiner

    Principal Duties
    The Claims Examiner II performs the following tasks:
    • Adjudicates a variety of medical disability claims for the Social Security Administration in compliance with federal laws.
    • Analyzes, summarizes and/or reviews data; reports findings, interprets results and/or makes recommendations.
    • Assesses client/patient needs and develops and implements plans to meet those needs.
    • Schedules and/or coordinates appointments, meetings, facilities or other activities; gathers materials and follows up as needed.
    • Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.
    • Makes authorized adjustments and corrections to previously processed claims.
    • Identifies and develops sources of evidence from claim folder application, the applicant, government sources, medical sources, district offices, private institutions or employers, deciding the most effective way to procure such information.
    • Reviews cases, applications, files and records to determine action to be taken.
    • Decides the need for additional data or information.
    • Authorizes the means necessary to obtain the required information.
    The Ideal Candidate 
    The model applicant for this position is someone who:
    • Has a Bachelor's Degree.
    • Has at least one year of experience providing excellent customer service.
    • Has current or prior experience working as a Disability Examiner for DDS.
    Preference 
    Preference points will be given for the following:
    • Current or previous work experience with Disability Determination Services (DDS).
    Why You Should Join Our Team
    Along with the satisfaction of helping individuals you will also receive great health and retirement benefits, such as, generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance. Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.

    The Agency
    The mission of Workforce Services is we strengthen Utah’s communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, click here.DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees.
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Claims Examiner
  • SILAC Insurance Company
  • Salt Lake, UT FULL_TIME
  • Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, SILAC Insurance Company is one of the fastest-growing insurance companies in the nation and continues to be a top contender in the industry. SILAC offers industr...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Senior Workers Compensation Claims Adjuster
  • TheBest Claims Solutions
  • Salt Lake, UT OTHER
  • Our client, a National Insurance Company, is looking for a Utah Workers Compensation Adjuster with 3 to 5 years of experience for their remote Direct Hire Opening. Our client offers excellent health b...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Account Specialist Level 1
  • Claims Solutions
  • Lehi, UT FULL_TIME
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Structural Coordinator
  • Claims Solutions
  • Lehi, UT FULL_TIME
  • Company Description We help the world see new possibilities and inspire change for better tomorrows. Our analytic solutions bridge content, data, and analytics to help business, people, and society be...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Account specialist
  • Claims Solutions
  • Lehi, UT FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Partners with sales executive and acts as liaison and advocate between accounts (small to mid-sized) and Xactware at all levels. requesting all config account changes) Ensure proper en...
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Audiologist
  • Loyal Source Government Services
  • Seattle, WA
  • Give Back to Those that Gave to Us We offer full- and part-time positions with excellent benefits – opportunities for gr...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Psychologist
  • Veterans Evaluation Services
  • Portland, ME
  • Veterans Evaluation Services is seeking qualified Psychologists and Psychiatrists (Ph.D, PsyD, MD, DO) to join our provi...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Psychiatrist
  • Veterans Evaluation Services
  • Evansville, IN
  • As a clinician, you are an expert in the assessment, evaluation, and diagnosis of health conditions for your patients. A...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Psychiatrist
  • Veterans Evaluation Services
  • South Bend, IN
  • As a clinician, you are an expert in the assessment, evaluation, and diagnosis of health conditions for your patients. A...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Psychiatrist
  • Veterans Evaluation Services
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • As a clinician, you are an expert in the assessment, evaluation, and diagnosis of health conditions for your patients. A...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Auto Damage Appraiser - Remote with Travel
  • Preferred Mutual Insurance Company
  • Please note, candidate must reside and travel in the Southeastern NY area - this area includes travel in Greene, Ulster,...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chiropractor
  • GGRM Law Firm
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Nevada's Premier Injury Law Firm is seeking a PPD Doctor! We are seeking a Chiropractor (PPD Doctor) to join our law fir...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Patent & Trademark Counsel
  • Streamlight, Inc.
  • Norristown, PA
  • The successful candidate for this position will play a key role in identifying, protecting, and maintaining Streamlight’...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Disability Claims Examiner jobs
$47,783 to $59,325