Posted May 20, 2008

Workers’ Compensation Case Manager

Nestled between the ocean and the mountains, Santa Barbara offers breath-taking vistas, beautiful flowers, an abundance of Spanish colonial architecture, and a mild, “Mediterranean” climate – and apartment rentals are more affordable than you might think. Once you come home to Santa Barbara, it’s hard to imagine living anywhere else.

At Cottage Health System, our facilities are state-of-the-art and our physicians, nurses, technicians, and staff are simply the best. Our shared governance environment gives you a voice in the organization and encourages the contributions, creativity, and skills of every member of our patient care teams. This is just what you’ve been looking for.

Our Employee Health Department is currently seeking a dynamic Case Manager to administer services for employees receiving benefits under workers’ Compensation.  This position coordinates with injured employees, medical providers, and our Workers’ Compensation TPA to ensure expeditious and appropriate care.  The case manager is responsible for working within the organization to determine appropriate placements for Temporary Alternate Work during the course of a work injury.  The case manager will also participate in organizational safety efforts to prevent and minimize the risk of injury.  Additional responsibilities include exposure evaluation, management, and follow up.  Current RN license required and the ideal candidate will have 2 or more years of experience in an Occupational Health related field, a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, and Certification in Occupational Health Nursing and/or Case Management. 

Please apply online at >www.cottagehealthsystem.org