Manager, Occupational Health

Purpose

The Occupational Health Manager will serve as a hands-on leader, responsible for the clinic operations; and ensures compliance with occupational health regulations, oversees injury and illness care and prevention strategies, and collaborates with HR, Safety, Management and Employees to support a healthy and productive workforce.

Job Description

• Develop and manage occupational health and medical surveillance programs, including injury prevention, health screenings, immunizations, and wellness initiatives ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Manage appointment scheduling and provide medical care to employees.
• Collaborate with the Workers’ Compensation Department on work-related injuries / illness to coordinate care with medical providers and return-to-work programs.
• Conduct workplace health risk assessments and recommend interventions to reduce hazards.
• Collaborate with the Leave Department to support employee accommodation and leave management.
• Management and Development of Medical Team members including performance management and training on occupational health policies and best practices.
• On-site administrator of electronic medical record software (currently OHM) responsible for training new users, generating reports and collaboration with IT and software vendor to update configurations and resolve issues.
• Serve as a liaison with external occupational health providers and regulatory agencies, ensure accurate invoicing and payment
• Respond to health-related emergencies when needed
• Appropriate certification is required within 18 months of hire for surveillance testing (CAOHC, NIOSH etc.)
• Occasional Project work and participation as assigned.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, Occupational Health, or related field.
• Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) license required; COHN or COHN-S certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in occupational health, employee wellness, or related field.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Experience with case management, health surveillance, workers’ compensation and electronic health records (EHR).
• Basic Computer Skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting and familiarity with ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and environmental health.
• Experience with OSHA regulations and record keeping, Workers’ Compensation, leave and accommodation (FMLA, ADAAA, etc.) regulations

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

• Position is on site and requires frequent standing and the ability to walk up to 1/4 mile in an industrial setting.
• Mon-Fri - Days
• Requires the ability to solve problems and perform basic calculations.
• Must be able to travel between Euclid and Mentor campuses as needed.

Competencies

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