Product & Medical Underwriter - 8 months contract

Position Overview

Become a vital member of our energetic team as a medical underwriter. In this role, you will assess applications for international private medical insurance, making crucial risk assessments to improve customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and underwrite applications for new, renewal, and endorsement requests pertaining to both individual and group international private medical insurance policies. Conduct comprehensive evaluations of medical histories, pre-existing conditions, and relevant documentation to support well-informed risk decisions. Oversee intricate cases from initiation to resolution, including managing requests for supplementary information and handling escalations. Ensure precise maintenance of underwriting records and documentation, adhering strictly to data protection standards. Analyze and interpret medical reports, test results, and statements from physicians to guarantee accurate underwriting results. Achieve turnaround time (TAT) objectives to provide prompt responses and boost customer satisfaction. Compile and report monthly statistics regarding completed and outstanding cases, TAT performance, and other significant metrics. Assist with the transition process at the conclusion of the contract.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in medical underwriting, specifically focused on international private medical insurance. Demonstrated ability to independently underwrite complex medical cases with multiple conditions. Proven history of consistently meeting TAT goals within a production setting. In-depth understanding of medical terminology, prevalent diseases, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures. Strong grasp of medical underwriting principles, risk assessment techniques, and international health insurance offerings. Familiarity with global healthcare systems and regional medical practices. Skilled in using internal underwriting systems and Microsoft Office Suite. A fast learner who excels at fostering positive working relationships within a team and contributing to collective objectives.