1099 Bilingual Field Case Manager – RN or LPN – Wichita, KS & Surrounding Areas
The IMA Group
Summary
You’ll manage the medical care of people with workplace injuries, working with insurance carriers, medical providers, attorneys, employers, and injured workers. You’ll help ensure timely, appropriate, cost-effective care and support return-to-work goals.
Job description
About the Role
You’ll manage the medical care of people with workplace injuries, working with insurance carriers, medical providers, attorneys, employers, and injured workers. You’ll help ensure timely, appropriate, cost-effective care and support return-to-work goals.
Responsibilities
- Provide medical case management in coordination with patients, physicians, employers, and referral sources
- Review treatment plans for appropriateness, medical necessity, and cost-efficiency
- Coordinate Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) and/or perform job site evaluations
- Track patient progress and share medical recommendations with all stakeholders
- Prioritize cases and develop care management plans
- Write timely, detailed reports and attend medical appointments as needed
Qualifications
- Active license or certification: LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse), CCM (Certified Case Manager), or RN (Registered Nurse)
- At least 1 year of workers’ compensation case management experience
- Bilingual skills required
- Malpractice liability insurance (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong computer skills
- Personal computer, phone, and reliable transportation for in-person appointments
Requirements
- Active license or certification: LPN, CCM, or RN
- At least 1 year of workers’ compensation case management experience
- Bilingual skills required
- Malpractice liability insurance (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong computer skills
- Personal computer, phone, and reliable transportation for in-person appointments
Company overview
The IMA Group is a leading technology-enabled healthcare services company founded in 1990, headquartered in Tarrytown, New York. With over 30 years of experience, the company specializes in providing comprehensive medical and behavioral health evaluation services alongside clinical research capabilities. Operating through two main divisions, IMA offers independent medical examinations, psychological assessments, and case management solutions for workers' compensation, disability claims, occupational health, and government agencies. Their nationwide network includes over 150 offices and thousands of licensed providers who conduct hundreds of thousands of evaluations annually. The company's clinical research division, IMA Clinical Research, operates a flexible trial network conducting Phase II-IV clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas through site-based, hybrid, and fully decentralized models. With a workforce of 1,001-5,000 employees, The IMA Group serves federal, state, and local governments, commercial insurers, third-party administrators, and corporate clients, focusing on enhancing livelihood and productivity during challenging health and work periods while contributing to medical treatment advancements.