Remote Field Case Manager – Return-to-Work Advocate

Sedgwick; New Jersey; Remote; USD 85,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

401k with matching

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Remote work environment

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a Field Case Manager to cover the South Jersey region. You will work with injured workers, employers, and medical providers to develop a case management strategy aimed at medical recovery and a successful return to work.

Leverage nursing expertise (BSN preferred) and case management certification to assess needs, coordinate care by phone, and advocate for cost-effective, timely treatment while enjoying remote-friendly work and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from accredited college or university or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Certification in case management, rehabilitation nursing or a related specialty is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing clinical assessment via telephone to evaluate the injured worker's injury, medical treatment, psychosocial needs, cultural implications and support systems.
• Effectively communicates and builds relationships with the claims' examiner, client, injured worker, attorney and supervisor.
• Identifies issues related to delayed recovery and/or return to work and problem solves with a creative thinking approach
• Negotiates treatment and disability duration with providers through use of medical and disability duration guidelines, adhering to quality.
• Identifies opportunities to expedite care for cost containment and timely medical recovery.
• Provides recommendations for alternate clinical resources to support claim resolution.

Education

BSN degree (nursing)

Case management certification

Rehabilitation nursing certification

Job description

Sedgwick is seeking a Field Case Manager to cover the South Jersey region. You will work with injured workers, employers, and medical providers to develop a case management strategy aimed at medical recovery and a successful return to work.

Leverage nursing expertise (BSN preferred) and case management certification to assess needs, coordinate care by phone, and advocate for cost-effective, timely treatment while enjoying remote-friendly work and a comprehensive benefits package.