Key Responsibilities:
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Program Development and Administration:
- Develop and administer efficient and professional operations of occupational and employee health services in accordance with Gritman Medical Center's policies and applicable regulations.
- Create innovative health and safety programs tailored to the organization's workforce and environment.
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Employee Health Services:
- Provide direct care services, including vaccinations, screenings, and blood titers.
- Assist new hires and contracted employees with onboarding health requirements and annual vaccinations.
- Guide injured employees through the Workers' Compensation process until they are able to return to work.
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Collaboration and Consultation:
- Work with client companies and collaborate with external resources such as healthcare providers, insurance companies, third-party administrators, legal advisors, and state industrial commissions.
- Promote an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare and advocate for cost-effective health and safety measures.
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Regulatory Compliance:
- Oversee and educate staff on compliance with regulatory requirements related to employee health matters.
- Ensure adherence to OSHA and CDC guidelines and Gritman Medical Center policies.
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Record Keeping and Documentation:
- Secure and develop records and programs related to occupational and employee health services.
- Maintain accurate documentation of all employee health activities and interventions.
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Committee Participation:
- Serve as a permanent member of the Safety Committee and the Infection Prevention Sub-Committee.
- Collaborate with the Infection Prevention Nurse/Officer, Infectious Disease Physician, Emergency Department Physicians, Public Health officials, and regulatory agencies.
Qualifications:
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Education:
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
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Licenses and Certifications:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Idaho or compact state.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
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Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience.
- Background in Employee Health and Occupational Health is desired but not required.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of treating and reporting communicable diseases.
- Proficient in administering vaccinations and understanding healthcare requirements.
- Ability to perform clinical skills such as immunizations, screenings, and blood titers.
- Familiarity with OSHA and CDC requirements.
- Knowledge of Workers' Compensation regulations and processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding role.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in Employee Health and Occupational Health.
- Occupational Health Certification.
Functional Demands:
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Population Served:
- Employees, volunteers, students, interns, EMS personnel, physicians, public, vendors, and community-contracted companies.
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Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
- Frequent fine motor skills required for computer use and administering immunizations/titers.
- Extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
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Environmental Conditions:
- Work primarily conducted in a clinical office environment.
- Some duties performed in clinical settings.
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