Chicago, Illinois
Category: Allied
Contract - Full Time
Job ID: 866922
Work Setting: Healthcare
Contract Duration: 9 Weeks
Est. Pay: $23 / Hour
Posted Date: 11/6/2024
Chicago, Illinois
Work Setting: Healthcare
Category: Allied
Contract Duration: 9 Weeks
Contract - Full Time
Est. Pay: $23 / Hour
Job ID: 866922
Posted Date: 11/6/2024
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Position Title: Medical Representative
Position Description: The Amazon Workplace Health Safety WHS team is deeply committed to the safety and well being of our people. WHS sets the strategic direction to provide resources best practices and safe environments to proactively manage the health and well being 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 Injury Prevention Specialist IPS. This includes attending weekly associate safety committee meetings greeting all new hires for the site or through daily one-on-one interaction. Additionally the OMR will participate in weekly case management review meetings as necessary. 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 consistently support AAs on a daily basis. You will refer care to outside medical providers as needed and learn about OSHA regulations risk and analysis. The OMR will function as a part of the larger team onsite assisting with all first aid needs and support safety operations as needed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: – Provide first aid support and make referrals to outside medical providers as necessary. – Minimize the AA risk of injury through awareness education and proactive engagement. – Maintain all records of care provided to AAs. – Coordinate and maintain the workers compensation and return to work programs for AAs with work-related injuries. – Provide daily activity logs and end of shift reports. – Engage with AAs and leadership on operations floor to provide coaching regarding observed at-risk work habits. – Maintain a clean working environment and ensure appropriate medical supply inventory is maintained. – Participate in training and certification to facilitate first aid CPR and AED certifications classes. – Maintain all first aid CPR AED credentials. – Work flexible shifts which could include days nights holidays and/or weekends. – Assist with random saliva drug testing protocols. – Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at the site. For those that do not have an adult First Aid CPR AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross must obtain within 3 weeks of start date. Basic qualifications: – High School or equivalent diploma AND – Current valid Basic Life Support BLS certification by an approved emergency cardiac care ECC provider AND – Must have one of the following: o Current valid Emergency Medical Technician EMT OR Paramedic Certification from the Department of Health OR the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians NREMT OR o In the last year six months job experience in the Military as a Combat Medic U.S. Army Field Medic U.S. Army Healthcare Specialist U.S. Army Hospital Corpsman U.S. Navy or Aerospace Medical Service Technician U.S. Air Force OR o Current active Athletic Trainer Certification by either the Board of Certification BOC or equivalent State Certification. Preferred Qualifications: – Certified to teach first aid CPR and AED training from American Heart Association or American Red Cross – Proficient in Microsoft Office – Experience with an industrial wellness program – Experience managing musculoskeletal disorders ergonomics and coaching on body mechanics – Demonstrated work experience with OSHA regulations and Workers Compensation – Proficient in digital record keeping
Assignment Length: ASAP start – 2 months, (composite safety shoes required for position)Shift Detail: Wed-Sat 5:00pm-4:30am
Training Info: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:30pm
Administers First Aid to injured or ill employees, proactively analyze tasks for potential safety issues,
participate in the worker’s compensation process, and implement a site wellness program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide triage, first aid and/ or referral to outside medical provider, if needed. Maintain all records of care given to employees. Maintain first-aid kits, inventory supplies, restock and clean equipment used in the care of employees. Contact outside medical providers as needed to schedule appointments, and if needed restriction clarification, or arrange further treatment. Train employee volunteers in First Aid, CPR, AED, Blood Borne Pathogen training. Provide daily end of shift reports to the Safety and Leadership team. Participate in weekly Site Case Management Review meetings with HR, Risk Management and Safety. Provide analysis of all incidents on a monthly basis coupled and make recommendations for risk reductions on work place injuries. Participate in incident investigations as needed. Develop a return to work Physical Demands Assessments for each task. Participates in facilitation of random drug testing. Learn every job function in facility to fully understand the ergonomic risk factors. Frequent floor time is required to better under the needs of operations.Minimum Requirements:
1 + years of experience as a full time EMT or Paramedic responding to emergency calls. Must have current and valid EMT or Paramedic Certification from the Department of Health for the state you are practicing in Current BLS card. ACLS/PALS per contract requirement. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Current PPD or Chest X-Ray. High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Full command, verbal and written, of English Language. Must meet all of Amergis’ pre-employment screening requirements.Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Contract - Full Time
$23 / Hour
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