Internal Occupational Health Manager

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.

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