Onsite Medical Representative

Amazon Canada Fulfillment Services, ULC.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fulfillment services provider in Hamilton seeks an experienced Onsite Medical Representative to ensure the health and safety of associates. This role involves providing first aid, maintaining records, and promoting wellness initiatives. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant first aid certifications. Join our dedicated team fostering a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid card evidencing successful completion of standard first aid with CPR / AED level A or C.
• Provincial Primary Care Paramedic Certification, Registered Practical Nurse, or Military Medical Technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid support and referrals as necessary.
• Minimize AA risk of injury through education and engagement.
• Maintain records of care provided to AAs.
• Coordinate workers’ compensation and return-to-work programs.
• Engage with AAs and leadership for coaching.
• Participate in first aid, CPR, and AED certification classes.

Skills

First aid support

Communication

Proactive engagement

Recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified First Aid/CPR/AED

Provincial Primary Care Paramedic Certification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

First Aid equipment

Job description

The Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team is deeply committed to the safety and wellbeing of our people. WHS sets the strategic direction to provide resources, best practices, and safe environments to proactively manage the health and wellbeing of our workforce. To support these goals, Amazon is seeking an experienced and dynamic Onsite Medical Representative (OMR) to join our team. In this position, you will work closely with the WHS site manager, WHS specialist, and occasionally the Wellness Specialist (WS).

As an OMR, you will independently assess and administer first aid as well as offer guidance to Amazon Associates (AAs) on both occupational and non-occupational injuries or illnesses. You should be passionate about learning and advocating health and wellness principles to support AAs daily. You will refer care to outside medical providers as needed, learn about OSHA regulations, risk, and analysis, and participate in weekly safety and case management meetings. The OMR will support all first aid needs and safety operations onsite.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

1. Provide first aid support and make referrals to outside medical providers as necessary.
2. Minimize the AA risk of injury through awareness, education, and proactive engagement.
3. Maintain all records of care provided to AAs.
4. Coordinate and maintain the workers’ compensation and return-to-work programs for AAs with work-related injuries.
5. Provide daily activity logs and end-of-shift reports.
6. Engage with AAs and leadership on the operations floor to provide coaching regarding observed at-risk work habits.
7. Maintain a clean working environment and ensure appropriate medical supply inventory is maintained.
8. Participate in training and certification to facilitate first aid, CPR, and AED certification classes.
9. Maintain all first aid, CPR, and AED credentials.
10. Work flexible shifts which could include days, nights, holidays, and/or weekends.
11. Assist with random saliva drug testing protocols.

Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Valid card evidencing successful completion of standard first aid with CPR / AED level A or C from a WSIB-approved certifying authority.
3. One of the following:
1. Valid Provincial Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Certification from the Ministry of Health and/or the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators.
2. Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) from the Ministry of Health, Provincial College of Nurses, or Department of Health.
3. Six months of recent job experience as a Military Medical Technician (Canadian Armed Forces).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Certified to teach first aid, CPR, and AED training from the Canadian Red Cross.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office.
3. Experience with an industrial wellness program.
4. Experience managing musculoskeletal disorders, ergonomics, and coaching on body mechanics.
5. Demonstrated work experience with OSHA regulations and Workers Compensation.
6. Proficient in digital recordkeeping.
7. Amazon is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please inform Human Resources if you require accommodation during the hiring process.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected statuses.