Job Description
What To Expect
As a Workers’ Compensation Specialist, you will serve as a key point of contact for new workplace injuries, evaluating new losses and escalating to upper-tier claims management as needed, as well as guide employees through the claims, medical, and return-to-work process. You’ll manage medical-only claims, coordinate Alternate Job Search (AJS) activities, and oversee workers’ compensation leaves. This role balances employee engagement with detailed case management, ensuring timely communication, accurate documentation, and collaboration across HR, Workplace Health, and operations to drive safe and efficient return-to-work outcomes. What You'll Do Serve as the employee’s primary point of contact throughout the initial stages of the claims process, providing guidance on treatment expectations and modified duty opportunitiesCoordinate and track the Alternate Job Search (AJS) process by engaging employees with permanent work restrictions, identifying suitable roles, documenting outreach efforts, and ensuring accountability within established program timelinesManage medical-only claims proactively by monitoring ongoing treatment, validating work status reports, and escalating complex or potential lost-time casesAdminister workers’ compensation leaves in alignment with internal policy and jurisdictional requirements, ensuring accurate documentation, leave coding, and communication with impacted stakeholders throughout the duration of the leaveProactively communicate with employees, claims adjusters, HR partners, and department supervisors to ensure clear expectations are set, work restrictions are clear and ongoing accommodations are feasibleOrganize cases by documenting all relevant communications, status updates, and actions, while also tracking key metrics and trends to support data-driven reporting and continuous process improvement across the program
What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Insurance or Risk Management, or equivalent experience Preferred background in Workers’ Compensation, Human Resources, Disability Management, or Occupational HealthKnowledge of federal and state disability laws, specifically ADA, FEHA, FMLA, and workers’ compensation laws/regulationsExperience conducting the interactive accommodation process and handling complex employee casesProblem-solving mindset with the ability to evaluate, organize and manage multiple priorities, and effectively follow up in a fast-paced environment to balance employee needs and business operationsStrong case management, organizational, and documentation skills
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$68,000 - $120,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours,