UPMC Health Plan and WorkPartners is hiring a full-time Absence Management Specialist! This role will predominantly work remotely and will work standard daylight hours EST.

The Absence Management Specialist analyzes assigned claims to determine whether the case is medically supported for both leave and disability benefits. The Absence Management Specialist is responsible for the ongoing adjustment of claims within parameters set by the supervisor as well as medical consultation with treating providers and referrals within the guidelines of the program. Services include employee and manager counseling on all leave policies and processes to include short term disability benefits, FMLA, state sponsored leaves and employer sponsored leave benefits. Provide support to HR Professionals, employee and manager communications, case tracking and system updates.

Responsibilities:

+ Standard ResponsibilitiesPerform in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.Per...