Underwriter, Group Health

Job overview

The Underwriter, Group Health role is described as fully remote, with candidates residing within a two-hour drive of Chattanooga, TN preferred; applicants in certain states are not eligible. Compensation is not specified. The underwriting organization supports the health and financial well-being of BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee customers. The role evaluates group health insurance risks for prospective and renewing accounts, determines coverage and pricing, and supports accurate underwriting decisions. It also works with sales, account managers, agents, and internal partners to clarify application information, communicate product and pricing details, and maintain underwriting guidelines.

What you'll do

• Collect and clarify group health application information
• perform risk appraisals for prospects and renewals
• evaluate and classify group risk to determine acceptability, coverage, and pricing
• calculate and negotiate rates and premiums using approved formulas and tables
• communicate with sales, account managers, agents, and other parties about products, features, and pricing
• support underwriting guidelines and projects for sales, marketing, membership and billing, legal, or actuarial organizations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

underwriter

group health

health insurance

risk appraisal

financial underwriting

stop-loss

pricing

excel

remote

bluecross blueshield of tennessee

predictive analytics

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits begin on the first date of employment.
• The posting notes medical coverage without pre-existing exclusions or waiting periods.

Why this role

The posting considers Underwriter and Senior Underwriting roles; exact title and level depend on interview outcomes. Sponsorship is unavailable, and candidates residing in CA, MA, NH, NJ, or NY cannot currently be hired.

About the employer

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is hiring for this role. Industry: Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers. Sector: 52.