Underwriter

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Salary Range:

$27.50 - $44.00

Union Position:

No Department Details Summary The Underwriter is responsible for reviewing applications, gathering data and assessing risk against established underwriting guidelines and claims history. Job Description Utilizes rating financial tools, reference materials and source systems to assess medical risk. Evaluates the risk classification process, which involves health questionnaires, interpretation of medical/financial reporting packages, and coordination with case/medical management. Ad Hoc reporting and analysis on group and block level required, as well as the ability to communicate the results. Organization and tracking of prospects and renewals is essential for success. Ability to analyze a large group, for both renewal and new quote, to derive a recommended rate that coincides with the business plan. Provides detailed support for transparency in rate development. Provides support for Affordable Care Act (ACA) pricing analyses and benefit designs. Shows initiative to learn new product lines, and implement/adhere to federal/state/internal mandates and business rules. Accountable for accurate case documentation, sound decisions and clear communication with the customer and sales areas. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a related field such as finance, mathematics or accounting and/or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization's transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health's commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan's mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.