[Remote] Long Term Disability Claims Specialist II

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MetLife is a leading financial services company dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of customers and communities. The LTD Claims Specialist II evaluates long term disability insurance claims, exercising independent judgment and critical thinking while ensuring exemplary customer service and effective inventory management. Responsibilities Virtual roles predominately work from a home office with periodic visits to the assigned office as needed for team events, meetings, training, business continuity, etc Effectively manages with minimal oversight an assigned caseload of moderately complex claims which consists of pending, ongoing/active reviews. The LTD CS will be evaluated for increases in their authority levels as they become more experienced in their decision-making and demonstrate consistency in meeting all key performance indicators Provides timely, balanced and accurate claims reviews, documentation and recommended decisions in a time sensitive and fast-paced environment and in accordance with state and department of insurance regulations Develop actions plans and identify return to work potential Provides frequent, proactive verbal communication with our claimants and/or their representatives demonstrating empathy and active listening while providing clear updates, direction and explanations regarding the claim process, benefits and other pertinent plan provisions. These calls are used to gather essential details regarding medical condition(s) and treatment, occupational demands, financial information and any other information that may be pertinent to the evaluation of the claim. Once telephone calls are completed, you will be required to document the conversation within the claim file in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate level of detail and professional writing skills Interacts and communicates effectively with claimants, customers, attorneys, brokers, and family members during claim evaluations Compiles file documentation and correspondence requiring extensive policy and factual detail. Analyzes information to determine if additional information is needed to make a reasonable and logical claims determination based off the information available Collaborates with both external and internal resources, such as physicians, attorneys, clinical/vocational consultants as needed to gather data such as medical/occupational information in order to ensure reasonable, thorough decisions Clarifies and reconciles inconsistencies when gathering information during claim evaluations and collaborates with Fraud Waste and Abuse resources as needed Proficiently calculates monthly benefits due after elimination period, to include COLA, Social Security Offsets, and Rehab Return to Work benefits, and other non-routine payments Provides timely and detailed written communication during the claim evaluation process which outlines the status of the evaluation and/or claim determination Addresses and resolves escalated customer complaints in a timely and thorough manner. Identifies and refers appropriate matters to our appeals, complaint, or litigation support areas Skills High school diploma Prior experience with independent judgement and decision making while relying on the available facts Be able to demonstrate the use of critical thinking and analysis when reviewing the information Creative problem-solving abilities and the ability to think outside the box Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both verbal and written form Excellent customer service skills proven through internal and external customer interactions Demonstrated conceptual thinking, risk management, ability to handle complex situations effectively Organizational and time management skills Minimum 1 year LTD/IDI Insurance Claims experience Bachelor's degree Benefits Comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision Dental insurance No-cost short- and long-term disability Company-paid life insurance Legal services A retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife 401(k) with employer matching Group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home Pet Critical illness Hospital indemnity Accident insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Digital mental health programs Parental leave Volunteer time off Tuition assistance Company Overview MetLife is a provider of insurance, employee benefits, and financial services . It was founded in 1868, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship MetLife has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 164 in 2025, 108 in 2024, 113 in 2023, 155 in 2022, 75 in 2021, 81 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.