This role focuses on advisory peer review of disability claims for injured workers, using dual expertise in occupational medicine and pain management to assess complex medical scenarios and provide second opinions. Work is fully telework-based and centered on evidence-based review rather than direct patient care or treatment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct peer reviews of disability claims and provide advisory second opinions.
- Review complex medical cases involving occupational injury and pain-related conditions.
- Use evidence-based guidelines and clinical resources to support determinations.
- Evaluate disability-related documentation and medical records to inform case conclusions.
- Communicate case findings through secure electronic channels.
- Coordinate with administrative workflows to meet required turnaround times.
Required
- Current, unrestricted medical license in the practice state.
- Board certification in both Occupational Medicine and Pain Management.
- Experience with disability evaluations and peer review.
Preferred
- Familiarity with the California Independent Medical Review (IMR) process.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible telework arrangement with the ability to work from anywhere.
- Independent contractor (1099) role with per-case compensation.
- Consistent case volume and good reimbursement rates.
- No required phone calls; communication occurs through secure electronic means.
- Initial training and ongoing support for case completion.
- Streamlined case flow and a user-friendly work portal.
- Administrative support with medical record organization, case preparation, and report delivery.
- Predictable turnaround expectations, typically 7 business days depending on review level.