Job Description
Are you interested in contributing to the health of Canadians? At Sun Life, we believe health is a significant determinant of success for both organizations and individuals; if so, consider a career as a Disability Case Specialist at Sun Life Financial where we believe in the relentless pursuit of better health and where we support our client and their employees in this journey.
What will you do?
- Adjudicate disability for eligibility of short and long-term benefits. This includes reviewing and analyzing contractual, medical, functional and occupational information
- Coordinate appropriate interventions including, but not limited to : Independent Medical Evaluations, Functional Capacity Evaluations, Ergonomic assessments, Medical Consultant Opinions, Rehabilitation Consultant resources, and Consulting Mental Health Experts
- Work collaboratively with insured employees, clients, lawyers, health care practitioners and other stakeholders to obtain information, provide claim status, create action plans and communicate verbal and written decisions while maintaining confidentiality and privacy
- Conduct telephone interviews to obtain information to develop and maintain outcome-focused case management plans to support employees in their recovery and return to work
- Identify and assess medical and non-medical influencing factors, functional capability, restrictions and limitations
- Build strong relationships with our clients : employers and their employees
- Participate in face to face (virtual) client meetings
- Engage in continuous learning about disability practices and tools
Required Qualifications :
Degree in Nursing or any allied medical coursesAt least 2 years related experience in disability case managementStrong BPO Healthcare experienceProficiency with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to navigate and learn new and complex computer system applicationsAbility to multi-task including the ability to understand multiple products and multiple levels of benefits within each productCompetencies :
Critical thinking and analytical skills with a passion for solving challenging situationsCustomer service focus; demonstrating empathy, with outstanding communication and listening skillsAbility to prioritize work items in order to meet client service standards and Sun Life best practice guidelinesThrives in a dynamic, fast paced environment while maintaining attention to detail with complex claims and contractsAdaptability, flexibility, and excellent organization skillsAbility to make sound decisions, supported by strong rationaleResiliency and ability to manage challenging situationsIdentifying opportunities to improve processesExcellent written and verbal communication skills (English language)Collaborative Team Player who can effectively work independently and with othersSelected candidates will be required to take a written and oral language test to evaluate English language proficiencySelected candidates may be required to undergo a case study component during the interviewWhat’s in it for you?
Being a member of the Sun Life family, a group of people united by our Purpose : to help Clients and Employees achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier livesA benefits package including : medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and paid vacationComprehensive training program in classroom and ongoing to be set up for successA friendly, collaborative and inclusive cultureFitness and wellness programs that help you balance work and life and enjoy a healthier lifestyleOpportunity to work from home up once fully trainedAn environment of continuous learning and improvement – Education Assistance providedJob Category : Call Centre
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