Underwriting Technician II at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Data Entry, Policy Issuance, Quality Control, Training, Application Review, Proposal Review, Endorsement Processing, Renewal Processing, Cancellation Processing, Problem Identification, Inquiry Response, Log Maintenance, Special Projects, System Testing

Industry

Insurance

Description

Summary Provides support to the underwriting department. Reviews applications/proposals and endorsement requests from agents and performs data entry, and may provide quotes and issue policies. Analyzes and issues renewal policies, processes cancellations, performs quality control and training, and provides customer service to agents and customers. Description Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical work environment. This role is a remote role. Position Purpose: Assists the Underwriting department by reviewing applications, proposals, and endorsement requests; performing data entry; and assisting with quotes and policy issuance. Responsible for processing renewals and cancellations, supporting quality control and training efforts, and delivering customer service to agents and customers. What You’ll Do: Processes mail; email and fax items received in underwriting to maintain departmental productivity, quality and timeliness standards. Reviews new applications/proposals for completeness, and may rate new business, order required reports within timeliness standards, determine benefits, issue new policies, and/or report surplus lines taxes. Requests additional information when needed. Processes renewal policies by obtaining current information, applying to the policy, and performing the rate function. Services existing accounts by processing endorsements/amendments, identifying problems, and responding to inquiries. May determine reinstatement eligibility utilizing defined guidelines. Maintains logs. Ensures effective customer relations by responding accurately, timely, and courteously to telephone or written customer inquiries. Accurately documents inquiries. Participates in special projects or system testing as requested. May assist in training new Underwriting Technicians and perform quality control audits and teamwork. To Qualify For This Position, You’ll Need The Following: Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Required Work Experience: 1 Year Customer service within the insurance industry or 1 year underwriting services experience. Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following: We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment. Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage 401k retirement savings plan with company match Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations Education Assistance Service Recognition National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more What We Can Do for You: We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers, and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company. What to Expect Next: After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Here's more information. Some states have required notifications. Here's more information. If you don’t have an account with us and don’t see the dream job you are looking for, click on the link above to Join Our Talent Community by submitting your resume and contact information and we will reach out if we find a good fit. Welcome Here’s Your Smart Career Move Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. Business and political climates may change, but we’re stronger than ever. Our A.M. Best rating is A+ (Superior) — making us the only health insurance company in South Carolina with that rating. We’re the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team! Veterans Welcome! BlueCross is a strong supporter of our veterans, and many service men and women have joined our ranks. We’ve found the dedication, work ethic and job skills that serve well in the military excel in many of our lines of business, and we proudly have veterans filling positions in Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, Operations, General Services and more. Through our government contracts, we also have employees serving at Shaw Air Force Base, the Naval Health Clinic in Charleston, the Naval Hospital in Beaufort and in our hometown of Columbia, S.C., at Ft. Jackson. If you are a full-time employee in the National Guard or Reserves, we will even cover the difference in your pay if you are called to active duty. 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Responsibilities

The Underwriting Technician II provides support to the underwriting department by reviewing applications and proposals, performing data entry, and assisting with quotes and policy issuance. They are also responsible for processing renewals and cancellations, ensuring quality control, and delivering customer service to agents and customers.