Social Security Determinations Examiners (DDS Examiner)- 7 Positions

About the role

The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions. This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE.

Pay

Pay Grade 6: $26.539/hour. This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.

Teammates

Enjoy competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement. Includes 156% state-matched retirement (yes, that’s $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return, 13 paid holidays per year, and a variety of other leave types.

Essential Functions

• Participates in extensive formal classroom training to obtain current knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures of DDS.
• Reviews incoming cases to determine the type and amount of documentary evidence necessary for adjudication of cases.
• Establishes a record of requests for evidence, follow-ups, receipt of evidence, and other accumulations of file notes.
• Reads, analyzes, and files evidence (e.g., medical reports, activities of daily living, vocational reports).
• Evaluates all evidence in case files to assess severity and duration of impairment, residual functional capacity, and future opportunity to engage in work activities.
• Prepares written reports to support medical decisions and paperwork for adjudication.
• Maintains regular & reliable attendance, travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.

Working Conditions and Travel

This position requires approximately 99% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 1% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as meetings or trainings.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Health Services Management, Medical Assisting, Medical Office Management, Social Work, Human Services) and previous experience in case management and analyzing medical information.

This position is federally funded and may be governed by the Federal Hatch Act. Click here to review the Act.

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