Disability Claims Consultant (Medical) WC - Bellville at Sanlam Group

What will you do?
 

Key responsibilities:

• Assess medical and contractual validity of disability claims
• Proactive case management of income disability claims in terms of the business strategy
• Communicate and liaise with internal and external clients, claimants, medical professions, service providers and intermediaries
• Support the actuarial team and offer input on claims issues
• Administration such as recordkeeping, summarising information, communication to clients and updating systems

What will make you successful in this role?

• B.Sc. Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy or qualified Nursing Sister with relevant registration (HPCSA)
• At least 3years experience in disability claims assessment (employee benefits or individual life)
• Computer proficient with Microsoft Office Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Word and Outlook

Qualification and Experience

• Degree with 3 to 4 years related experience
• Knowledge and Skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Well executed report writing ability
• Ability to find solutions related to the probable cause
• Comprehensive understanding of occupational risk and demands
• Understanding of medical conditions and their implications on functional ability and work competence

Personal Qualities

• Flexible and Adaptable - Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
• Courage - Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
• Manages Complexity - Demonstrated ability and proven record in making complex decisions.
• Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Plans and Aligns - Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned to organisational goals

Core Competencies

• Cultivates Innovation by creating new and better ways for the organisation to be successful.
• Client Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results and meets deadlines, even under tough circumstances.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resilience - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.