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7.1.C. - Page 15 <br /> 5. Authorizes and monitors appropriate medical treatment and vocational <br /> rehabilitation plans and develops designed health facilities to meet legislative <br /> changes to Workers' Compensation regulations. <br /> 6. Advises injured workers of their rights and benefits; answers questions regarding <br /> benefits, eligibility and coverage disputes; and coordinates activities of outside <br /> agencies providing such service as bill review, vocational rehabilitation, <br /> investigation and legal services. <br /> 7. As assigned, investigates employee accidents and injuries; reviews all incoming <br /> employee injury reports and takes appropriate actions; makes recommendations <br /> to prevent recurrences; and prepares statistical reports on employee injuries and <br /> accidents. <br /> 8. Coordinates and establishes procedures to conform with Cal /OSHA, DOT and <br /> other regulatory agencies; advises departments on related requirements and <br /> procedures; evaluates program's effectiveness; inspects City facilities and initiates <br /> corrective actions to ensure safe working conditions. <br /> 9. Reviews, updates and implements the City's Injury and Illness Prevention <br /> Program, plans and coordinates proactive employee health and safety programs <br /> and training in conjunction with the City's employee wellness and benefits <br /> programs. <br /> 10. Manages contracts with the City's Third -Party Administrator, excess insurance, <br /> and safety program service providers; reviews, evaluates, and assists in the <br /> selection of service providers in accordance with the City's service and cost <br /> containment goals. <br /> 11. Maintains a complete and comprehensive record system of claims, expenditures <br /> and related activities, provides periodic updates and reports to City officials and <br /> departmental management. <br /> 12. May act as Human Resources Manager in his /her absence. <br /> 13. Performs related duties as assigned. <br /> JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS <br /> Knowledge of: <br /> Advanced principles, practices and techniques of public sector Workers' Compensation <br /> program administration including claims administration and appropriate reserve setting <br /> formulas. <br /> ATTY /RESO.3001 /CC RESO TO ESTABLISH NEW CLASSIFICATIONS <br /> REV: 07 -16 -14 PT <br /> Page 12 of 22 <br />