Clinic Supervisor - Occupational Health

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
This role is responsible for the supervision of all clinical staff within assigned occupational health and/or employer service operations. They maintain clinical oversight according to both the organization and clients policies and procedures, professional standards, federal regulations, and CDC recommendations. 
 

Essential Job Functions

• Manages daily operations for dynamic occupational health clinic(s) in the system

• Partners and maintains a professional relationship with client companies’ stakeholders

• Reviews and develops clinical policy and procedure in coordination with the Medical Director. Meets with Medical Director, staff physicians, and leadership

• Maintains a practice environment where physician and/or patient concerns are effectively addressed

• Provides input and assists with implementation of clinical and non-clinical quality assurance activities

• Implements high customer service standards, best practice models, and patient resolution

• Ensures that company surveillance programs are managed and that they are in compliance with OSHA regulatory standards

• Ensures clinical compliance with regulatory agencies such as Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), OSHA, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Point of Care, Health Department, etc.

• Assures completion of system required safety and competency measures for staff

• Manages employees’ compliance with all mandatory requirements and verifying that all licensed professionals are current with certifications, competencies, credentials, and Continuing Education Unit (CEU’s)

• Interviews staff candidates with practice manager participates in hiring decisions

• Provides input and assists with implementation of clinical and non-clinical quality assurance activities

• Partners with Human Resources to resolve Employee Relations issues and is responsible for ensuring clinical orientation of new employees and reviewing yearly clinical competency.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Registered Nurse

Certified Occupational Health Nurse (preferred)

Education
Associates Degree in Nursing (required)
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) (preferred)

Work Experience
3 years of occupational health nursing (required)

Training
None

Language
None

Patient Population
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
May have periods of constant interruptions
General office environment
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
Other:  Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors

*Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.)   1-33%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.)    0%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.)    1-33%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.)    1-33%
Stoop/Kneel   1-33%
Crawling    0%
Climbing    0%
Balance    1-33%
Bending    1-33%
Sitting    1-33%
Walking    1-33%
Standing   34-66%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - far
Acu