Occupational Health Specialist - Second Shift

$48,700 - $70,000/Yr

Campbell Soup - Maxton, NC

Full-time

Maxton, NC

Food Manufacturing

About the position

This is a 2nd shift position that runs from 3:00pm-11:30pm with alternating on-call weekends. The Occupational Health Specialist will provide comprehensive health, wellness and safety services to the employee population in accordance with all applicable company policies, government regulations, and best practice guidelines. In all areas of practice, the Occupational Health Specialist will act as a resource and an advocate for both employee and company to encourage the attainment of optimal health and well-being within the corporation.

Responsibilities

• Conducting assessment, treatment, referral and recording of occupational and emergent non-occupational injuries/illnesses
• Perform medical surveillance and licensing exams, such as pre-employment, fitness for duty, powered industrial equipment, DOT physicals and OSHA required exams.
• Administering the policies of the occupational medical program consistent with the company's general policies concerning health services.
• Utilizing the necessary equipment and supplies necessary to achieve the objectives of the Medical Department and operate within budget guidelines.
• Administering the plant's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
• Partnering with professional health resources and department supervision to place injured workers into modified/light duty assignments which meet their physical capabilities and promote rehabilitation.
• Interacting with on-site and community physicians, nurses and physical therapists to promote employee health and wellness.
• Stay updated on knowledge of federal, state and local laws/regulations and other best practices applicable to occupational health.
• Collaborates with Safety Team and Risk Management by participating in Global Safety & Health Audit process and instructing employees in ergonomic and safety education.
• Implements company provided wellness programs and, additionally, employee health and wellness programs addressing the unique health risks and demographics of the site.
• Engages and directs users to appropriate CSC resources, such as the Employee Assistance Program, Medical Decision Support and Healthworks Program through company promotions, group education, individual consultations and/or referrals.
• Demonstrates high ethical standards and sustains positive employee relations by inspiring trust, providing high caliber medical treatment and counsel and maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Demonstrates the ability to set priorities and multitask while performing the duties of the Medical Department.
• Uses knowledge of Workers' Compensation regulations, case management skills and the PIM process to ensure patient understanding and compliance, reduce recovery time, and improve the employee's recovery and return to work outcome.
• Shows the ability to successfully build and maintain productive relationships with Third Party providers through open communication and professional discourse.
• Draws upon regulatory knowledge to ensure program compliance with all OSHA and safety standards through effective training, recordkeeping, and utilization of resources.
• Utilizes medical skills to manage stressful situations through effective communication, accurate assessment, and the provision/recommendation of appropriate care.

Requirements

• LPN, Paramedic or EMT certification
• High school degree or GED

Nice-to-haves

• Associate's degree
• AHA or Red Cross CPR/AED certification preferred.
• Experience practicing within an occupational health or emergency room setting preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Sound judgment and ability to manage crisis situations.
• Knowledge of state Worker's Compensation law, OSHA requirements and other occupational health regulations preferred.
• Additional certification in areas such as spirometry, audiometry and/or drug test collection may be required.
• Computer proficiency in Word and Excel.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell's offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ - free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell's. Our 'Campbell's Cares' program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell's has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.