OrthoLegal
Overview
OrthoLegal is a rapidly expanding, woman/physician-owned medicolegal management company. We work with doctors, patients, and lawyers by providing neutral and qualified physicians for litigated workers’ compensation cases. Our headquarters are in Marina del Rey, California, with over 50 offices throughout the state.
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Job Description
We are seeking full‑time Editors to join our team. The Editor will work one on one with QME physicians to provide quality assurance for reports. Ability to calculate impairment ratings is a must. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare, workers’ compensation, and leadership. Applicants must have prior experience editing California QME reports for physicians. Please prepare a list of the QMEs you have worked with in the past.
You are:
An experienced QME report editor with thorough understanding of California WC case law related to causation and apportionment
Able to communicate effectively with physicians and provide feedback
Efficient and independent with reports
Adaptable to our technology‑driven workflow
Highly organized and accountable
Responsibilities
Timely report editing
Rating according to the AMA Guides 5th Edition and all relevant case law in California
Providing insight and direction to new QME physicians regarding industrial causation and apportionment discussions
Continuous learning opportunities
One‑on‑one communication with physicians
Quality assurance with a goal of helping our QMEs produce compliant and neutral reports
Strong preference for editors with experience in AME reports
Deposition prep (assisting the physician to justify and explain conclusions in prior reports)
Opportunities for growth and training of other editors
Qualifications
Experienced California QME report editor
Knowledge and experience discussing industrial causation, apportionment, and permanent impairment rating (AMA Guides 5th Edition)
Authorized to work in the U.S.
At least 3 years’ experience editing QME reports for physicians in California
Benefits
401(k)
Health insurance
Employment Type
Full‑time, Contract
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Job Function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing; Legal Services
Location
Culver City, CA
Referral Program
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