Job Description

Absence Management Consultant

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they doIndiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our Employee Relations team in the role of Absence Management Consultant.

Serves as a consultant to management and team members regarding ADA/STD/LTD/FMLA programs and policies. Coordinates, reviews, analyzes and investigates ADA/STD/LTD/FMLA claims within established guidelines. Participates in training programs and presentations to communicate details of how Absence Management programs work and builds team member/manager understanding. Performs administrative support functions including document preparation, filing, copying, faxing, scanning, etc. Maintains confidentiality of employee data and sensitive Human Resources (HR) issues. Provides statistical and analytical reports for management use. Works closely with the HR team to consistently deliver high quality customer service to internal and external customers, and provide professional representation of the department.

Key Relationships

Reports to Executive Director-Employee Relations, Investigations & Leave Management

Direct Reports: None

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience is required.
• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience; previous Leave Management experience preferred.
• Experience with matrix organization and complex work environment preferred.
• Requires knowledge or basic understanding of HR related regulations and laws (e.g. ADA; STD; LTD; FMLA).

• Requires basic proficiency in MS office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.