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Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster

Omaha, NE · On-site

$63.10K - $81.80K/yr

Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster Employment Type: Regular FLSA Status: Exemptor Non-Exempt ... However,we are open to considering hiring a less qualified candidate (a Trainee or Associate ...

Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster

Rockwood, PA · On-site

$66.50K - $86.10K/yr

Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster Employment Type: Regular FLSA Status: Exemptor Non-Exempt ... However,we are open to considering hiring a less qualified candidate (a Trainee or Associate ...

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How much do workers compensation trainee jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for workers compensation trainee in the United States is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Workers Compensation Trainee job?

A Workers Compensation Trainee is an entry-level position in the insurance or risk management industry, where individuals learn the fundamentals of workers' compensation claims. Trainees are typically responsible for assisting in claim investigations, reviewing medical reports, and understanding state regulations. They work under the supervision of experienced adjusters or managers to develop the skills needed to assess workplace injuries and determine appropriate benefits. This role provides hands-on training to prepare employees for more advanced positions in claims handling.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Workers Compensation Trainee position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Workers Compensation Trainee, you should possess a bachelor's degree (often in business, healthcare, or related fields), strong analytical abilities, and attention to detail. Familiarity with claim management systems, basic insurance terminology, and Microsoft Office Suite is typically expected. Exceptional communication, organizational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information discretely help trainees stand out. These skills are crucial for accurately processing claims, supporting claimants and employers, and learning complex legal and procedural requirements within workers' compensation.

What does a typical day look like for a Workers Compensation Trainee?

As a Workers Compensation Trainee, your day usually involves supporting experienced adjusters by reviewing claim documentation, assisting with data entry, and helping to gather information from employees, employers, and healthcare providers. You will often communicate with claimants to answer basic questions, update records, and help initiate or follow up on claims. Team collaboration is important, as you'll regularly work alongside adjusters, supervisors, and sometimes legal or medical professionals, gaining exposure to the full claims process. This role is structured to provide mentorship and on-the-job learning to prepare you for more complex case management responsibilities as you develop your expertise.
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Infographic showing various Workers Compensation Trainee job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 49% Full Time, 49% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 83% Physical, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,990 per year, or $21.1 per hour.
Workers Compensation Claims Trainee - Northwest

Workers Compensation Claims Trainee - Northwest

Gallagher

Salem, OR • Remote

$60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

174th of 259 rated insurance


Job description

Introduction
At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.

Overview

About the INVEST Program  

Are you a recent college graduate looking for a long-term, stable, innovative and exciting career that helps make a meaningful difference and supports people through challenges?  

The Emerging Talent INVEST Program (ETIP) – Guardian Pathway is a 6-month paid, fully remote, entry-level immersive learning experience, designed for recent college graduates to gain real-world exposure, personalized coaching and mentorship and a clear, long-term career path in one of U.S. best industries.   

Program Highlights 

  • 6-months, paid, fully remote learning track 
  • Virtual classroom, peer shadowing, simulations, case studies, and hands-on experience 
  • Fully remote (candidates must physically reside in states specified although the role is remote)
  • Interactive sessions, one-on-one mentorship, collaborative projects, exposure to wide variety of industries, clients, and knowledge material 
  • Fully paid licensing and advance education opportunities 
  • Career progression post-graduation into claims resolution manager roles and beyond 

Key Details:

Starting salary: $60,000 USD (states outside of California)

Start date: August 2026

PTO black out: Due to the structured nature of the training program we will likely not be able to support any PTO requests for the first 8 weeks of the program.


How you'll make an impact

What will you do? 

Over the course of this 6-month program you will be partnered with a team of peers and experienced Training Specialists that will create a supportive learning environment designed to position you for successful program completion. You will alternate between self-study modules, virtual classroom-style learning, guided training modules, and hands-on application of the knowledge gained. Over the course of the program, you will progressively increase your hands-on experience to immerse yourself into the world of claims management and client service excellence under the mentorship of the program mentors and training leaders. The program is designed to offer consistent and repeated opportunities to develop, grow and practice your knowledge, advance your education via licensing studies, and help you gain confidence in the unique and highly specialized field of commercial claims handling for world’s largest employers and insurance carriers.  

What can you expect? 

  • Participate in Structured Learning: Actively engage in the first phase of the INVEST Program, which includes instructor-led sessions, online modules, job shadowing, and mentorship focused on foundational insurance knowledge, claims operations, and state-specific workers’ compensation regulations. 
  • Shadow Claims Experts: Observe experienced claims professionals and learn best practices in managing lost time (indemnity) workers’ compensation claims. 
  • Practice in a Simulated Environment ("Sandbox"): Apply newly learned concepts in a controlled, simulated claims environment designed to mimic real-world scenarios. The sandbox allows colleagues to practice making decisions, inputting data, and managing mock claims without risk, helping build confidence before handling actual cases. 
  • Complete Program Milestones: Achieve key learning objectives and performance checkpoints as you build technical knowledge and professional skills essential for a successful claims career. 
  • Collaborate and Network: Engage with peers, mentors, and cross-functional teams to deepen understanding of the claims process and build professional relationships within the organization. 
  • Gradual Claim Ownership: Begin handling new workers’ compensation claims starting in Week 3 of the program. Claim assignments will begin at an incremental, supportive pace, with inventory gradually increasing as confidence and competency develop. 
  • Support Claims Management: Take ownership of an evolving portfolio of indemnity claims under close supervision. Begin applying program training to real-world scenarios, including benefit calculations, wage loss evaluations, and return-to-work considerations. 
  • Claims Analysis and Learning: Continue developing skills in analyzing medical documentation, regulatory guidelines, state-specific regulations, and supplemental case materials to determine claim strategy, financial exposure and potential next steps. 
  • Stakeholder Communication: Engage in professional communication and strategy development with clients; provide support and empathy to the injured employees; secure key details from medical providers and other key stakeholders to support collaborative, outcome-focused, and empathetic claims handling. 
  • Client Service Instructions & Carrier Guidelines: 
    Learn how to interpret and apply client service instructions and carrier guidelines to ensure claims are handled in compliance with expectations. This includes understanding unique requirements for documentation, communication, and jurisdictional standards across our diverse client base. 
  • Reserving Acumen: 
    Build core skills in setting and adjusting reserves by analyzing claim details, medical data, and potential outcomes. You’ll learn how accurate reserving supports financial stewardship and impacts overall claim strategy. 

About You

Education: Bachelor’s degree or 4-year degree from an accredited institution preferred. 

Candidates possessing a Bachelor’s degree will receive preferential treatment.  Others with proven experience will be considered.

Attributes: 

  • Active listening skills  
  • Problem-solving mindset 
  • Adaptable to changes in procedures and technology 
  • Computer literacy, including strong familiarity with M365 products (e.g. Outlook, Word, and basic Excel and PPT) 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills 
  • Strong time management and ability to multi-task 
  • Detail-oriented 
  • Curious, learning-focused mindset 

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Compensation and benefits

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

  • Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
  • Life and accident insurance
  • 401(K) and Roth options
  • Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
  • Educational expense reimbursement
  • Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

  • Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
  • Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
  • Training programs
  • Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
  • Charitable matching gift program
  • And more...

**The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.

We value inclusion and diversity

Click Here to review our U.S. Eligibility Requirements

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree or 4-year degree from an accredited institution preferred. 

Candidates possessing a Bachelor’s degree will receive preferential treatment.  Others with proven experience will be considered.

Attributes: 

  • Active listening skills  
  • Problem-solving mindset 
  • Adaptable to changes in procedures and technology 
  • Computer literacy, including strong familiarity with M365 products (e.g. Outlook, Word, and basic Excel and PPT) 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills 
  • Strong time management and ability to multi-task 
  • Detail-oriented 
  • Curious, learning-focused mindset 

#INVEST

#GBTopJob

#remote

#LI-DF2

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