Medical Management Nurse

Job Description: Work with claims professional, injured workers, treating physicians and employers to sucessfully transition the worker back into the workforce in a modified duty position as approved by the treating physician. Assist employers with guidelines for accommodating modified duty and drafting job descriptions for physician review and approval and assist the claims professional in managing the rehabilitation costs.
Interprets and analyzes injured worker's physical or mental condition, social and economic situation, attitudes and aptitudes, work experiences, functional limitations, educational background and personality traits to determine kind and extent of disability and rehabilitation possibilities.
Consults with physicians, psychologists and other appropriate disability professionals regarding findings of examinations; administers and interprets psychological tests when indicated; determines eligibility for rehabilitation services on the basis of law and policy; and assists individuals in formulating a suitable rehabilitation plan
Approves expenditures within specified limits for planned rehabilitation services
Confers with public and private employers to establish job opportunities for rehabilitation clients; aids clients in securing employment consistent with their capabilities; monitors client progress.
Provides program monitoring and consultation; keeps appropriate case records and controls case service expenditures.
Assists employers and businesses with guidelines for accommodating people with disabilities according to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other laws, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to persons with disabilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of vocational counseling and vocational evaluation techniques is required.
Bachelor's Degree and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor required.
5 or more years of vocational rehabilitation experience.
Insurance industry background a plus
PC/Keyboard skills
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel

Searchable Keywords: Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist / gj-mo

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor

Years of Experience Required: 3-5 Years

Expected Travel Time: None