About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, State government — Department of Health (Division of Disability Determinations).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

Confidential Client is hiring entry-level Medical Disability Examiners to join the Division of Disability Determinations. In this role you will research, compile, analyze, and render independent decisions on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or medically needy disability claims filed in Florida. Extensive training is provided; no prior medical experience is required.

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What you’ll do

• Review medical, vocational, and administrative records and evaluate evidentiary sufficiency for disability determinations
• Conduct fact-finding and secure additional medical evidence when required
• Authorize diagnostic or consultative services when appropriate
• Prepare clear, typed case notes and maintain electronic case records using multiple screens
• Apply Social Security rules, regulations, and policy to render formal disability decisions
• Communicate effectively by phone and in writing with claimants, medical providers, and coworkers
• Meet productivity and quality standards; identify errors and take corrective action

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Who we’re looking for (required & preferred)

Required

• Ability to physically report to the office in Palmetto Bay, FL (on-site work)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data for accuracy and completion
• Critical thinking, basic math competency, and comfort in a Windows-based computer environment
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience (e.g., Associate’s + 2 years relevant experience, or high school diploma + 4 years relevant experience)
• Experience managing caseloads for insurance, disability, vocational, social work, or government programs
• Experience determining eligibility under rules/regulations or working in a medical/vocational field

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Location & hours

• Work location: Palmetto Bay, FL (Miami‑Dade County) — this position requires on-site attendance.
• Work schedule: Career service position; schedule details provided by Confidential Client. Optional overtime is typically offered periodically.
• This is an entry-level professional role with structured training and potential advancement.

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Compensation & benefits

• Salary range: $41,739.88 - $78,418.23 per year (as posted)
• Benefits highlights:
  • Annual and sick leave; nine paid holidays plus one personal holiday each year
  • State group insurance options (health, life, dental, vision, supplemental)
  • Retirement plan options with employer contributions
  • Flexible spending accounts and tuition waivers
  • Training, mentoring, leadership development, and internal promotion opportunities
  • No work to take home; after initial training period, flexible schedules may be available per program guidelines

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Hiring & compliance notes

• This opportunity is posted as an open competitive vacancy; multi‑hire may be possible.
• Conditional offer and continued access to systems/data are contingent on passing the Social Security Administration suitability process and a security background check.
• Employment is contingent on I‑9 verification and E‑Verify use; successful completion of a drug test may be required for safety‑sensitive positions.
• Veteran’s Preference and VALOR initiatives apply where eligible; applicants must submit required documentation by the vacancy close date.
• Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations under the ADA should notify the hiring authority in advance. Confidential Client and Careertakes comply with all federal and state employment laws.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.