Under the direction of the medical director and occupational health leadership team, the Internal Occupational Health Manager leads a multidimensional team of occupational health nurses, licensed practical nurses, medical assistants and office assistants at multiple sites/hospitals in the delivery of integrated occupational health services to the staff of Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin. This individual will be responsible for assuring the effective and efficient coordination of department functions including pre-placement physicals, medical surveillance, work injury care, exposure follow up, and other staff-related health and safety programs. This position is responsible for the development of and adherence to department budgets and is accountable for process improvement strategies.
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in occupational health or other comparable experience is required
- Experience in a leadership role is required
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree in a healthcare related field is required
- BSN degree is preferred
- COHN (Certified Occupational Health Nurse) is preferred
SPECIAL SKILLS:
- Knowledge of current occupational health best practices, applicable laws and regulations
- Analytical skills and judgment necessary to resolve complex issues and to create and implement effective programs across the organization
- Effective interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with staff at all levels within the organization
- Customer service orientation
- Excellent organizational skills, including process/detail focus and demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion
- Expertise in the use of computer programs including Word, spreadsheets, HR information systems, e-mail and use of the internet
- Familiarity with case management programs
LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:
- If RN, requires current state of Wisconsin Registered Nurse Licensure or a Multi-state Nursing License from a participating state in the NLC (Nurse Licensure Compact).
- If other licensed healthcare professional, current state of Wisconsin license is required.
- Registered Nursing License is preferred.
Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health
Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:
- Paid time off
- Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
- Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
- Referral bonuses
- Retirement plan - 403b
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
- Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available