Alberta Medical Association jobs

Why work for the AMA?

At the AMA, we know that employees are fundamental to our success as an organization. We take pride in hiring client-oriented relationship builders who embrace teamwork, personal growth and development and truly want to help us succeed. As part of our employee experience, we provide a competitive compensation package, benefits, work-life balance and development opportunities.

The AMA has a hybrid work environment. The successful candidate will be based out of our Edmonton or Calgary office and will have the opportunity to work from home but will be required to go into the office or attend in person when required.

ADIUM Insurance Services Inc. offers a broad range of voluntary insurance programs to AMA members, their families and clinic staff. Plans include; disability, office overhead expense, life, critical illness, accidental death & dismemberment and health and dental (AMA Health Benefits Trust Fund). ADIUM also administers the group life and disability insurance programs for the Professional Association of Residents of Alberta.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for the administration of insurance applications, initial claims reporting, and the provision of related service functions.

• New Business
  • Process insurance applications – confirm applicant eligibility, pre-screen application, enter on system, remit to insurer, order appropriate medical requirements email/mail acknowledgement letter as appropriate
  • Email/mail exclusions and amendments as appropriate and follow-up when necessary
  • Issue approved coverage in Compass Financials (set up, billing and issue documents), assuring first that the underwriter’s decision notices and amendments are accurate and reflect coverage applied for; update application status in M-Files.
  • Assemble insurance documents and mail to the insured after peer review.
• Claims
  • Complete New Claims Questionnaire and send out claims package to claimant – for both Death and Disability/Parental Leave (email as appropriate)
  • Send initial claim information to insurer and claims consultant – provide supporting documents as requested
  • Provide support to claimant/family members as needed throughout the process
  • Liaise between the claimant and the insurer when necessary.
• Other assigned duties
  • Assist with business development and service initiatives by presenting ideas for discussion, providing feedback based on insight gained from contact with members, and rolling out new practices and procedures in response to changing needs and growth
  • Instructing/training new staff
  • Assist with incoming phone calls and distribute to other staff as necessary
  • Providing back-up coverage during unexpected absences and/or vacations

Education and Experience

• One-year post-secondary education in office administration.
• Completion of insurance courses will be required within one year of employment.
• Prior completion of related insurance courses will be considered in lieu of this requirement.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of MS Office as well as an understanding of computer software and their applications
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to be flexible and work independently with minimal supervision and direction
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage workloads and work relationships