Medical Manager

About the role

The company will consider a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in lieu of an RN with the equivalent combination of education and experience listed above.

Responsibilities

• Direct the provision of medical care for employee illnesses and injuries in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations as well as Smithfield Clinic Protocols.
• Develop and maintain processes to ensure that employee medical and claim records are established, maintained, and compliant with Smithfield policies and procedures and ensure all medical documentation is compliant.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims with precision and care using Smithfield’s Workers’ Compensation Claims Management Program.
• Oversee the nursing staff and operation of the clinic.
• Coordinate employee health program activities, including the annual Health and Wellness Fair, flu vaccine campaign, Red Cross Blood Mobile (as needed) and the Mammogram Van (if available).
• Ensure successful completion of safety/health programs, including Drug and Alcohol program, Hearing Conservation, Hazmat, Respiratory Protection, Bloodborne Pathogens, and CPR/AED/First Aid training.
• Drive a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the nursing, environmental, health and safety or related field and 5+ years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Current Registered Medical Manager (RN) licensure from the accrediting State government agency in the State of practice, or licensure from an accrediting State government agency in a State that reciprocates licensure through a multi-state compact.
• Current certification in First Aid, CPR and AED.
• Ability to make strategic decisions while in stressful situations including leading emergency response efforts.
• Accustomed to working long hours, weekends, and remaining in an on-call status when required.

Qualifications

• Occasional travel involved to collaborate with others.

Skills

• First Aid, CPR, and AED instructor certification desirable.
• Occupational Health Nurse/Case Management Certification, preferred.
• CAOHC and NIOSH certifications, preferred.
• Experience in trauma nursing, emergency room or critical care area.

Benefits

Smithfield Foods provides a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plans
• Employee assistance programs

Pay

The expected pay range for this position is $75,000 - $110,000 annually.

Schedule

Individuals will be expected to work alternate shifts and some weekends.

Skills That Make You Stand Out

• First Aid, CPR, and AED instructor certification desirable.
• Occupational Health Nurse/Case Management Certification, preferred.
• CAOHC and NIOSH certifications, preferred.
• Experience in trauma nursing, emergency room or critical care area.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment requires hearing protection.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use stairs, some ladder climbing, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Indoor and outdoor work environments.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Other

Relocation Package Available
No EEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.