Return to Work Associate

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Return to Work Associate

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To perform return-to-work assessment under general supervision; to coordinate return-to-work related activities including gathering medical information for accommodation evaluation; to resolve workers' compensation cases; to provide customer support; and to support return-to-work/accommodation staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs initial evaluations assessment via telephone calls to physician and employer.
• Evaluates need for alternative return-to-work plan and coordinates return-to-work related activities.
• Supports return-to-work and/or job accommodation processes for return-to-work management.
• Supports return-to-work/job accommodation staff through the completion of components of the return-to-work management process.
• Provides return-to-work support for injured workers, physicians, employers and claims teams.
• Gathers return-to-work data from providers, nurses and return-to-work specialists for record keeping.
• Resolves workers' compensation cases by applying current policies and procedures per state workers' compensation laws and client program design.
• Enters data into the claims management system accurately.
• Adheres to quality assurance standards.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

High school diploma or GED required.

Experience

One (1) year claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Return-to-work experience preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the pay range for this role is $15.44 - $20.81 hourly. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.