Occupational Health Specialist

Beacon Health System; Granger (IN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System in Indiana seeks an Occupational Health professional to perform root cause analysis of associate injuries, review processes for safety and ergonomics, and assist Employee Health functions including coverage for Medical Assistants and the Occupational Health Coordinator. You will perform new hire screens during high census and contribute to Circle Wellness projects.

Responsibilities include safety audits, ensuring safety equipment availability, and maintaining strong patient

Qualifications

• Knowledge of occupational healthcare field, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of occupational health issues.
• Ability to gather and interpret data to perform root cause analysis of associate injuries and identify safety hazards.
• Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships with associates, medical staff, patients and the public.
• Ability to perform venipuncture and other clinical procedures as required by the department.
• Good oral and written communication skills; knowledge of best practices in workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform root cause analysis of associate injuries and review processes for safety improvements.
• Audit departments for safety concerns and ensure availability and use of safety equipment.
• Assist Employee Health functions and provide coverage for Medical Assistants and the Occupational Health Coordinator as needed.
• Perform new hire screens during high census periods.
• Assist with Circle Wellness projects as requested.

Skills

Occupational health

Root cause analysis

Interpersonal skills

Venipuncture

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Indiana LPN or RN license

2–3 years occupational health/public health experience

Workplace ergonomics certification (within 3 months)

Job description

Summary

Reports to the Director Associate Population Health. Under general direction is responsible for performing root cause analysis with all associate injuries. Reviews processes, ensures that safety and proper ergonomics are in place. Audits and investigates departments for any safety concerns and ensures that safety equipment is available for associates to use. Assists with Employee Health functions including providing coverage for and assisting Medical Assistants and the Occupational Health Coordinator as needed. Performs new hire screens during high census. Assist with Circle Wellness projects as requested.

Reports to the Director Associate Population Health. Under general direction is responsible for performing root cause analysis with all associate injuries. Reviews processes, ensures that safety and proper ergonomics are in place. Audits and investigates departments for any safety concerns and ensures that safety equipment is available for associates to use. Assists with Employee Health functions including providing coverage for and assisting Medical Assistants and the Occupational Health Coordinator as needed. Performs new hire screens during high census. Assist with Circle Wellness projects as requested.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.


• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.


• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Patient/Customer Centered

• Places courtesy and service above routine and goes beyond customer expectations


• Anticipates and takes proactive steps to ensure customer’s needs are met


• Keeps patient/work environment neat and clean


• Understands and applies job-related aspects of patient safety and identifies, reports and corrects safety concerns as quickly as possible

Respect

• Develops and maintains positive working relationships


• Keeps others well informed


• Uses problem solving techniques to resolve issues and makes decisions within personal sphere of influence


• Practices active listening


• Seeks to understand patient’s experience

Integrity

• Demonstrates integrity and strong business ethics


• Utilizes time and resources in a prudent manner


• Strives to continually improve department processes and services


• Projects professional image through enthusiasm towards work, behavior and appearance

Compassion

• Demonstrates Beacon values verbally and through actions


• Demonstrates self-awareness and sensitivity to the perceptions of others


• Listens carefully to input and concerns and takes appropriate action


• Interacts with dissatisfied customers in a calm, respectful manner and seeks resolutions


• Displays and exhibits caring behaviors with each interaction

Trust

• Fosters a sense of trust and collaboration among associates


• Maintains confidentiality at all times


• Verbal and written communications are clear and effective


• Responds to change in a positive manner

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate Complies With The Following Organizational Requirements

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.


• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.


• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.


• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.


• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.


• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.


• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.


• Complies with established organization and department policies.


• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of an associate's degree or higher. A current Indiana State LPN or Registered Nurse license is required. Two to three years of progressively-responsible experience in occupational health or public health is required. Must have Workplace Ergonomics certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.

Knowledge & Skills

• Requires knowledge of, and competency in, the occupational healthcare field, which includes the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of occupational‑related healthcare issues.


• Demonstrates the analytical and computer skills necessary to gather and interpret data needed to perform root cause analysis of associate injuries, knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe working environment.


• Demonstrates high level interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, medical staff, patients, family, and the public.


• Requires ability to perform venipuncture, and other clinical procedures as required by the department.


• Must have good oral and written communication skills.


• Knowledge of best practice related to work place safety.

Working Conditions

• May need to vary days and hours scheduled in order to provide occupational health services as determined by the department's needs.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.