Medical Records Review Consultant

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

9d•$67•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Economic Security (DES) is seeking a Medical Records Review Consultant to join the Disability Determination Services Administration (DDSA). This role involves reviewing case files prepared by Disability Evaluators to determine if a claim meets the medical definition of a disability as outlined by the Social Security Administration. The position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona, depending on business needs and performance.

Requirements

Must be a licensed Physician (M.D. or D.O.), licensed Psychologist, or licensed Speech Language Pathologist, in good standing in the state of Arizona
Physician or Psychologist, the candidate would need to be well versed in the program’s evidentiary requirements
Diagnosis of Physical and/or mental and the practice of medicine
Understanding computer programs as they relate to the disability program
Analyzing medical evidence and applying administrative policy to make accurate decisions
The presentation of training and policy issues
Establish effective working relations with others
Speak and write effectively
Resolve differences of opinions using facts and logic
Write conclusions and policy questions clearly and concisely
Successfully pass background and reference checks
Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)
Mandatory fingerprinting and an associated FBI background investigation by the Social Security Administration under Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12

Nice To Haves

Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Ophthalmologists, Cardiologists, Pulmonologists, Orthopedists, Neurologists, Rehabilitation Physicians, Oncologists, etc.

Responsibilities

The Medical Consultant, in conjunction with the disability evaluator, evaluates medical evidence to determine sufficient documentation, severity of impairments, and provides an assessment of the applicant's disability.
The Social Security Administration requires that a health care professional sign off on all claims.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities