Careers

MorningStar Health strives to be the best and most innovative disability and absence management provider in the United States.  We hire “A” players for our team who share our values of honesty and integrity, respect for others, teamwork, service excellence and work/life balance.  We are a diverse group of professionals that work in a variety of settings, including the comfort of our homes.

We are growing rapidly and always on the lookout for top talent. If you like to make a difference in people’s lives, grow professionally with a talented team, and of course, have free coffee, please submit your résumé to careersmsh@morneaushepell.com.

Independent Contractor – Associate Medical Director

The Associate Medical Director works closely with the Disability Management Staff to ensure that all Workers’ Compensation, Short Term Disability, Family Medical Leave Act, and Americans with Disabilities Act services are provided in a high quality, effective, and timely manner.

Associate Medical Director Job Duties:

  • Provides case management services to employees referred by a client that is consistent with established protocols to determine compensability, and quality care.
  • Reviews records to assess  medical condition and the appropriateness of the length of requested medical leaves.
  • Contact other health care providers to clarify the need for leave or understanding of the leave request
  • Perform disability documentation consistent with care management

Associate Medical Director Job Requirements:

  • Licensed to practice medicine in the state of practice
  • Valid DEA license in the stat of practice
  • Minimum of 5 years post residence working in the field of medicine

Call Center – Disability Assistant 

As a member of the MorningStar Health team, the Call Center – Disability Assistant supports our mission to help our clients have a healthy and productive workforce by providing excellent customer service. Outstanding customer service, confidentiality and productivity are required by the Call Center – Disability Assistant.

Call Center – Disability Assistant Job Duties:

  •  Assist customers in how to apply for a leave of absence using our Automated Reporting System and offer assistance with general leave related questions
  • Balance the high volume of phone calls
  • Manage daily, time-sensitive tasks to maintain compliance with Federal and State regulations

Call Center – Disability Assistant Job Requirements:

  • High School diploma
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • High attention to detail and be able to build relationships

    Disability Claims Manager – Full-time 

    As a member of the MorningStar Health team, the Disability Claims Manager supports our mission to help our clients have a healthy and productive workforce by providing excellent  management and support services. Outstanding customer service, confidentiality and productivity are required by the Disability Claims Manager.

    Disability Claims Manager Job Duties:

    • Maintain advanced knowledge of FMLA, FML (state leave laws), Short Term Disability STD) plans, ADA and other leave laws as required
    • Provide expertise and claim support to claims management team
    • Assist in the development and updating of Standard Operating Procedures
    • Ensure high quality and legal compliance is maintained
    • Oversee daily operations of staff
    • Train, coach and develop staff through formal and informal trainings, annual development plans, staff meetings and one-on-one sessions

    Disability Claims Manager Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, or Business Management preferred, or equivalent work experience
    • Minimum of 3 years, personnel management experience
    • 5 years of experience in FMLA, FML, STD and/or ADA claim management

     

    Disability Management Specialist

    As a member of the MorningStar Health team, the Disability Management Specialist supports our mission to help our clients have a healthy and productive workforce by providing excellent claims management services. Outstanding customer service, confidentiality and productivity are required by the Disability Management Specialist.

    Disability Management Specialist Job Duties:

    • Manage and process claims
    • Determine benefits due pursuant to a short term disability plan
    • Ensure the ongoing processing of claims
    • Analyze reported Family Medical Leave (FMLA) requests and make determinations based on state and federal regulations

    Disability Management Specialist Requirements:

    • High School Diploma required, Associate’s or other advance degree preferred
    • Experience with FMLA and/or ADA regulations and claims processing highly preferred

    Integrated Disability Specialist – Full-time

     As a member of the MorningStar Health team, the Integrated Disability Specialist supports our mission to help our clients have a healthy and productive workforce by providing excellent claims management services. Outstanding customer service, confidentiality and productivity are required by the Integrated Disability Specialist.

    Integrated Disability Specialist Job Duties:

    • Analyze, Manage and Process complex disability claims and make determinations based on state and federal regulations
    • Advise case managers and make recommendations regarding the best approach to managing FMLA, STD and ADA claims
    • Ensure the ongoing processing of claims
    • Communication clearly with clients and claimants on all aspects of the claims process

    Integrated Disability Specialist Requirements:

    • High School Diploma required, Associate’s or other advance degree preferred
    • Three (3) years of FMLA, STD and/or ADA management required

    Nurse Case Manager

    As a member of the MorningStar Health team, you will provide case management and consultation for managing Short-Term Disability, Family & Medical Leave (FML) – Federal and State, and Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) claims . What’s also great about this position is you can work from home or an off-site location of your choosing a few days a week! You will look back in two years and be impressed by how your hard work made a difference!

    Required Education and Experience/Credentials/Certifications:

    • Current RN license in the state of Michigan
    • 5 years of nursing experience

    Preferred Education and Experience/Credentials/Certifications:

    • 3 years of disability management experience
    • CM Certification preferred

    MorningStar Health offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees. Flexible schedules are also offered for eligible positions, including the opportunity to work from home! If you are an “A” player and interested in a career at MorningStar Health, We want to hear from you! Please submit your resume to careersMSH@morneaushepell.com.