Occupational Health Technician - Urgent Care Occupational Medicine

FMOL Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health in Baton Rouge seeks an Occupational Health Technician to perform specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and related clinical services at on-site client locations.

You will coordinate with client sites, support nurses and providers, and ensure accurate records while working flexible hours and traveling between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in occupational health and drug testing regulations is a plus.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and ensure patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Contact prospective companies to assess service needs and schedule appointments.
• Perform CLIA-waived testing and maintain QA/QC records.
• Conduct venipuncture under physician supervision (if certified).
• Collect urine drug screens per SAMHSA and DOT regulations with chain-of-custody.
• Perform evidential breath alcohol testing per DOT guidelines.
• Conduct occupational health screenings (PFTs, audiometry, EKGs, physicals, hair follicle collections).
• Support onsite and offsite occupational health services.
• Assist nurses and providers with patient care and clinic operations.
• Maintain exam and procedure rooms and equipment.
• Stock supplies and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist non-ambulatory patients.
• Maintain documentation and follow-up communications.
• Develop relationships with client organizations.
• Participate in quality improvement and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Occupational health knowledge

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Client relations

Organizational skills

Confidentiality & professionalism

MS Word & PowerPoint

MS Excel (advanced)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (hours may vary based on operational needs)

Job Description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (hours may vary based on operational needs)

The Occupational Health Technician is responsible for specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and other clinical services as directed by the supervising physician or provider. This role works closely with partner organizations and site contacts to coordinate, support, and deliver occupational health services at on-site client locations. The position requires regular interaction with clients and the flexibility to adapt to varying schedules and service needs.

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities

• Contact prospective companies to assess service needs and schedule appointments.
• Perform CLIA-waived laboratory testing and maintain quality assurance/quality control records in accordance with CLIA regulations and company policies.
• Conduct peripheral venipuncture, when certified and authorized, under the supervision of a physician.
• Collect urine drug screens in compliance with SAMHSA and DOT regulations while maintaining proper chain-of-custody documentation.
• Perform evidential breath alcohol testing according to DOT guidelines.
• Conduct occupational health screenings and testing, including:
• Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)
• Audiometric (hearing) testing
• Electrocardiograms (EKGs)
• Agility and physical screening assessments
• Hair follicle collections
• Support onsite and offsite occupational health services as assigned.
• Assist nurses and providers with patient care activities and clinic operations.
• Maintain exam rooms, procedure rooms, and equipment cleanliness and readiness.
• Stock and organize supplies to ensure efficient clinic operations.
• Assist non-ambulatory patients as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation, service records, reports, and follow-up communications.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client organizations and partner sites.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, departmental meetings, and ongoing competency training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of occupational health services, workers' compensation, OSHA requirements, drug testing regulations, and workplace safety programs.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to effectively interact with clients, healthcare providers, and team members.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

• Frequent interaction with employer clients and off-site locations.
• Travel between client sites may be required.
• Ability to work flexible hours based on business and client needs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Licensure/Certifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active DOT Qualified Screening Test Technician (STT) certification.
• Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) training.
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) certification.
• Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) certification.
• DOT-approved Psyche medics certification