Dental Investigator

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

**This is a 12-month contract

Fraud management is increasingly important to policyholders. To serve Sun Life’s clients as industry leaders, Canadian Operations’ Fraud Risk Management area will identify, mitigate and respond to criminal threats using various tools, technologies and strategies.

Investigations require regular contact with external stakeholders including plan members, dental providers, associations, and colleges.

**What will you do?**
- Identify high-risk areas of fraud and abuse in the dental landscape and make recommendations to address control gaps and continuous improvement.
- Investigate situations of fraud and/or abuse with a focus on dental providers, clinics, and plan members.
- Identify trends, report on issues and suggest appropriate actions to internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify and partner in the development and implementation of processes for handling investigations.
- Conduct plan member and provider interviews.
- Action and respond to inquiries and escalations.
- Make quick-thinking and decisive decisions when handling files.
- Maintain all databases and logs pertaining to investigations.
- Prepare documentation, such as investigation reports, management briefings, or other communications in a professional, confident and proficient manner.
- Research, gather data, and present findings in a variety of settings and to a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including clients, service providers, Legal, internal business partners and senior management.
- Promote education and awareness to internal and external stakeholders related to fraud prevention.
- Keep up to date on industry trends and schemes impacting benefit plans.

**What do you need to succeed?**
- As this position is posted in several locations, we specify that bilingualism (French, English, both oral and written) is required **for Quebec only** for the frequent interactions with English and French-speaking colleagues or internal partners across Canada or worldwide.
- Diploma in Dental Assisting (Level 2) or Dental Hygiene, with at least 2 years of experience in the dental office setting.
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology and expense codes.
- Knowledge of dental insurance benefits and regulatory environments.
- Understanding of interviewing and investigative principles and practices.
- Strong research and analysis skills.
- Understanding of contractual language, administration guidelines, and provincial and federal legislation applicable to the industry.
- Strong decision-making skills and innovative thinking.
- Ability to effectively negotiate and influence.
- Adaptable to a fast-paced environment and can work well independently and collaboratively.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to accuracy and details.
- Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Tableau).

**Assets**:

- Bilingual in English and French (written and spoken).
- Previous dental audit / investigation / interviewing experience.
- University degree or post-secondary education is an asset.

**What’s in it for you?**
- Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family.
- Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security.
- Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health - mental, physical and financial.

Must be able to obtain Reliability Status through the Government of Canada (includes a background check with fingerprinting by the RCMP).

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you Several work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Salary Range**:
54,000/54 000 - 91,000/91 000

**Job Category**:
Risk Management

**Posting End Date**:
25/08/2025