Sr. Disability Case Examiner

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.

As a  Disability Case Examiner you will be responsible for reviewing medical documentation and determining eligibility for Short-Term Disability (STD) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) claims. This role ensures compliance with all applicable federal and state leave laws while providing compassionate and consistent case management. The examiner collaborates closely with employees, healthcare providers, and HR/medical staff to ensure appropriate determinations and timely return-to-work coordination.

At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:

•    Reviews and analyzes medical documentation submitted for assigned STD and FMLA claims.
•    Determines eligibility and benefit duration in accordance with company policies and applicable legal requirements.
•    Communicates clearly with employees, healthcare providers, and internal partners throughout the claim process.
•    Coordinates with third-party medical review vendors for complex or extended claims.
•    Evaluates claims for potential work-related illnesses or injuries and initiate appropriate follow-up actions with HR, Safety, Claims Management, or Legal.
•    Provides guidance and explanations of medical review protocols and claim decisions to employees and HR staff as needed.
•    Collaborates with HR, healthcare providers and medical teams to facilitate return-to-work plans.
•    Maintains accurate and timely documentation of all claim activity in the leave management system.
•    Assists in communicating and interpreting leave and disability policies, providing training and support to HR/medical staff as needed.

This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.

Minimum Requirements:

•    High School diploma or GED required.
•    Active LVN or RN license required.
•    5 years of experience in clinical nursing or occupational health required.
•    Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero San Antonio location, required.

Preferred Requirements: 

•    Bachelor’s degree preferred.
•    Experience working as a disability case examiner in a corporate environment preferred.
 

Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding?  Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
• 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
• Company-sponsored Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs
• Onsite Daycare Center
• Onsite Employee and Family Wellness Centers (Physician & Pediatrician)
• Onsite Pharmacy
• State-of-the-art 24-hour Fitness Center free for employees and spouses with access to Tennis and Basketball Facilities
• Onsite cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch
• Sprawling campus with walking paths and access to biking trails

Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.

All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.  

Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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