Consultant-Absence Management Intermediate

Absence Management Consultant-Intermediate 

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our Employee Relations team in the role of Absence Management Consultant-Intermediate.

Description

Coordinates the administration of the Absence Management Programs. Partners with all levels of leaders and team members to coordinate, analyze, and investigate specific information related to cases. Reviews and interprets disability documentation and determines appropriate accommodations for team members. Implements accommodations and ensures compliance with IU Health policies and federal and state leave regulations while providing instruction, guidance and excellent customer service to leaders, team members and Human Resources (HR). Makes decisions associated with appeals, approvals, and denials of accommodations based upon medical certification/documentation from the healthcare providers. Works toward the goal of facilitating and monitoring successful return to work of team members. Establishes and maintains effective recordkeeping systems.

Key Relationships

Reports to: Executive Director-Employee Relations, Investigations & Leave Management

Direct Reports: None

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience is required.
• CPDM (Certified Professional Disability Management) and CLMS (Certified Leave Management Specialist) preferred.
• Requires 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Requires experience working with FMLA, Worker's Compensation, ADAAA laws, LTD, STD, and Cobra.
• Requires proficiency in MS office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Experience with matrix organization and complex work environment preferred.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care.  IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana. 

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.