Disability Medical Coordinator Jobs

We are looking for a Disability Medical Coordinator in Pickering, ON.

The Disability Medical Coordinator medically manages complex disability claims in a pro-active manner. This involves working directly with a claimant’s attending physician to achieve a level of functional improvement that supports the earliest possible return to employability. The Coordinator accomplishes this by confirming the accuracy of a diagnosis, clarifying the functional impact of the diagnosis, accessing diagnostic testing (as needed), researching and arranging external specialist consultations, researching and securing external treatment providers, all aimed at functional improvement with the goal of a return to employability.

What You Will Do

• Commitment to living our values of Customer View, Integrity, Partnership, and Communities;
• Provide ongoing support and consultation to Case Managers and Rehabilitation Consultants through the claim management process;
• Negotiate and develop cost-effective, proactive plans for actions focusing on return to employability;
• Accurately maintain electronic file documentation and internal records.
• Maintain frequent ongoing contact with claimants, focusing on barrier resolution and functional improvements;
• Assess diagnostic and treatment needs, developing plans through file review and telephone interview of claimants and involved treatment providers;
• Assess the potential for medical coordination to impact the duration of a disability claim;
• Prepare written reports detailing findings and recommendations;

What You Will Bring

• Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals;
• Proven customer service skills;
• Regulated healthcare professional with current registration in good standing with respective governing body (RN, OT, PT);
• Proven ability to thrive in a challenging, demanding and dynamic work environment;
• Consenting to a criminal background check as well as the Government of Canada enhanced security screening is required. The cost of submitting these checks will be covered by Canada Life.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• At least five years of clinical experience;
• Ability to excel within a Purpose/Vision driven environment;
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills;
• Ability to use MS Office suite (Word, Excel and Outlook);
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities;
• Ability to work in office and remotely from home

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee  has the opportunity to  reach their potential.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected] .

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted .