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Laurie Perlmutter
21391 Cozy Cove Road, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 (218) 844-5523
EXPERIENCE
PRO Resources Jun 2008 to Present Safety Consultant
• Conduct client risk assessment and develop strategic safety plan based on industry and risk
• Conduct Post-Accident Investigations to minimize the potential for recurrent event
• Conduct facility and/or jobsite inspections to address safety concerns
• Provide safety training via on-line platform and/or in-person training. Create & deliver training that is
interactive, engaging and effective via incorporating a game element
• Assist clients with safety discount programs available through Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI)
• Assist clients with Ergonomic Grants when eligible
• Assist clients with OSHA compliance, investigations and responses when necessary
North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance Oct 2003 to Jun 2008 Claims Analyst Oct 1996 to May 2000
* Adjudication of claims to determine medical compensability & liability for disability benefits *Advanced analyst authority to process claims independent of supervision
*Coordination with injured workers, employers, & medical providers to facilitate return to work efforts *Refer and monitor legal activity related to assigned claims; participate in legal hearings as needed *Referral for compensability and fraud investigations
*Member of Employee Council which served to facilitate employee functions and enhance communication
Forum Communications Company May 2000 to Oct 2003 Human Resources Coordinator
*HR Generalist for Forum Communications Print Division which has business in both ND and MN
*Performed duties related to recruiting, hiring, benefits administration, event planning, employee relations, workers compensation, safety & training coordinator.
*Conducted presentations for 401k orientations, annual benefit enrollments, & safety training *Coordinated company picnics and holiday celebrations
*Responsibilities at the corporate level to include adjudication of flexible benefit reimbursements
North Dakota State University April 1995 to Oct 1996 Workers Compensation Coordinator
*Developed & implemented Risk Management Program (five member team)
*Developed, implemented & managed return to work process for injured employees
*Facilitated communication between employees, supervisors, health care providers, attorneys, and workers
compensation insurance carrier
*Conducted accident investigations & interviewed relevant parties as necessary
*Interpreted & processed legal documents as related to workers compensation claims. Participated in legal
hearing proceedings when necessary
Benefits Coordinator at NDSU July 1993 to April 1995 *Responsible for the administration of all benefits for faculty and staff at NDSU
*Liaison between employees and respective service companies
*Conduct benefit presentations and coordinate employee financial education seminar
*Coordinate employee recognition banquet (which recognized approximately 100 employees)
Personnel Assistant at NDSU Dec 1992 to July 1993
*Assist with recruitment and application process for applicants
*Coordinate new employee orientation sessions North Dakota Army National Guard
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