Medical & Health Management Consultant Non-OCC

Description

Medical & Health Management Consultant Non-OCC

Southern Company is a leading producer of clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy, and we approach each day as a vital step in building the future of energy. At Southern Company we are always looking ahead, and our innovations in the industry—from new nuclear to deployment of electric transportation and renewables —help brighten the lives and businesses of millions of customers nationwide.

Description

This position will manage non-occupational medical and disability issues of employees to resolution in a manner which provides appropriate medical care and is expedient, efficient, cost effective and consistent with Safety & Health goals and "Our Values". This is accomplished by working closely with Medical & Health Management team members, health care professionals, corporate legal counsel, company HR representatives and company management in Southern Company. This position is located in Atlanta, GA.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate activities related to medical management of injury/illness cases under the guidance of corporate medical director.
• Coordinate the accommodation process for client departments according to the ADAAA Regulations. Includes job analysis and return to work activities.
• Assist management in determining employee Fitness for Duty and coordination of related processes.
• Establish and maintain documentation of all case management decisions and communications. All information shall be kept in strict confidence according to privacy laws and ADAAA regulations.
• Communicate clearly and timely with management, employees, medical director, and fellow Medical & Health Management team members. Consult with employees and management on applicability of other available resources (LTD, Workers Compensation, Medical Benefits, EAP/Mental Health Benefits, Fitness for Duty Exams, etc. )
• Support employee Health and Wellbeing initiatives, including health fairs, immunizations, health education and other well-being programs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in psychology or sociology desired. Master's degree in Health Science, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of disability management practices, and professional code of conduct, Family Medical Leave Act regulations, Americans with Disability Act Amendment Act, 1973 Rehabilitation Act-Section 503, medical privacy regulations and Human Resources Management practices.
• Ability to interpret and apply disability related benefit policies and plans.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and work direction. Ability to effectively and efficiently manage time, priorities and professional relationships.
• Excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills.
• Certified Case Management accreditation, and/or Certification or certification eligible.
• Ability to interpret and apply disability related benefit policies and plans.

Behavioral Attributes

• Models all aspects of company values: Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment

Reporting Relationships

• Direct report to Department Supervisor
• Accountable to Medical & Health Management team, Corporate Medical Services Manager, Medical Director, company management, and employees.

Disclaimer:

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. #LI

Job Field: Safety & Health

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta

Operating Company: Georgia Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

Georgia Power Headquarters - 241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE (241ATLANTA)

241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE

Atlanta, 30308

Req ID: GPC2009418