Return-to-Work Specialist
Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Fri, Aug 21, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
Managing the return-to-work process for various leave types, the full-time Return-to-Work Specialist will oversee accommodations for employees recovering from both occupational and non-occupational conditions in a fully remote setting.
Key responsibilities
- Administer return-to-work processes for all leave types, including identifying suitable temporary assignments and tracking restrictions
- Facilitate the ADA interactive process, coordinating reasonable accommodations and maintaining thorough documentation
- Serve as the primary coordination point among employees, managers, and third-party administrators to align medical restrictions and available duties
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, disability management, rehabilitation, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Three or more years of experience in leave administration, workers' compensation, or accommodations coordination
- Working knowledge of the ADA interactive process, FMLA, and workers' compensation principles
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential medical information in compliance with HIPAA and ADA
- Strong written communication skills with a proven track record of maintaining clear documentation
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