Medical Representative (Lexington, KY)
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Onsite Medical Representative (OMR) to join our Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team. The WHS team is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our workforce by providing resources, best practices, and a safe environment.
About the role
As an OMR, you will work closely with the WHS site manager, WHS specialist, and occasionally the Injury Prevention Specialist (IPS) to support these goals.
Responsibilities
- Provide first aid support and make referrals to outside medical providers as necessary.
- Minimize the risk of injury through awareness, education, and proactive engagement.
- Maintain all records of care provided to associates.
- Coordinate and maintain the workers’ compensation and return to work programs for associates with work-related injuries.
- Provide daily activity logs and end of shift reports.
- Engage with associates and leadership on the 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.
Requirements
- High School or equivalent diploma.
- Current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by an approved emergency cardiac care (ECC) provider.
- Current valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic Certification from the Department of Health or the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
Skills
- 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.
Work Environment
The work environment includes a varied noise level and may involve working in variable temperatures and weather conditions, particularly in outside loading departments. The role requires:
- Ability to lift up to 49 pounds.
- Frequent pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, and reaching.
- Standing or walking for up to 12 hours during shifts.
- Climbing and descending stairs.
Training schedule: Monday through Friday from 08:00 to 16:30.
Daily schedule: Friday to Monday from 19:00 to 05:30. No overtime is expected.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $31.00/hr.
Benefits
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Schedule
This is a contract position with a training schedule of Monday through Friday from 08:00 to 16:30, and a daily schedule of Friday to Monday from 19:00 to 05:30. No overtime is expected.
This is a fully onsite position in Lexington, KY. State law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment.