Section 8.45.445. Activities to be performed only by the certified rehabilitation specialist.

For purposes of AS 23.30.041(m), only the certified rehabilitation specialist assigned to a case may perform the following activities:  
		(1) acting as the primary contact for the employee and for the employer or insurer;  
		(2) conducting the interviews with the employee and employer;  
		(3) selecting appropriate job titles in accordance with 8 AAC 45.525(a)(2);  
		(4) determining whether specific vocational preparation has been met and which job titles are submitted to a physician;  
		(5) meeting with the physician;  
		(6) evaluating physician responses;  
		(7) evaluating an employer's offer of alternate employment;  
		(8) evaluating previous rehabilitation and dislocation benefits in prior claims;  
		(9) making a recommendation regarding the employee's eligibility;  
		(10) selecting the occupational goal, method of training, and specific training provider for a reemployment benefits plan;  
		(11) providing vocational guidance and counseling;  
		(12) reviewing and signing all reports and accompanying forms.  

Authorities

23.30.005;23.30.041

Notes

Authority

AS 23.30.005 AS 23.30.041

History

Eff. 4/16/2010, Register 194