Description

　　The Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team aims to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage employees to proactively manage their health and wellbeing. To support these goals, Amazon is seeking an experienced and innovative Onsite Medical Representative (OMR) to join our team. In this position, you will work closely with the WHS site manager, Wellness Specialists (WSs) and the WHS specialist. You will be required to independently evaluate and provide first aid (e.g., for musculoskeletal injuries), advise Amazon Associates (AAs) on occupational and non-occupational injuries, have great verbal communication skills, be able to connect with AAs, as well as, Amazon Managers, within the limits of your professional code and training where applicable. You should enjoy learning and applying your knowledge about health & wellness to provide care for AAs on a daily basis. You will refer care to outside medical providers as needed, and learn about provincial and federal regulations and risk analysis. Practical ergonomics experience is advantageous. However, ergonomics topics will also be covered in ongoing training.

　　The OMR will function as a part of the larger team onsite, helping to provide assistance with all first aid needs and support operations as needed. This includes greeting all new hires for the site, either within a setting at New Hire Orientation or through one-on-one interaction. The OMR will also participate, as needed, in incident investigations and weekly case management review meetings.

　　Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

　　Provide triage, prompt first aid within the scope of your training, and/or referral to outside medical providers, if indicated

　　Minimize the AA risk of injury through awareness, education and proactive engagement

　　Maintain all records of care provided to AAs

　　Develop a first aid care plan for AAs recovering from an injury, focused on injury improvement, including self-care instructions as needed

　　Manage the workers’ compensation and return to work process for AAs with work related injuries

　　Provide daily activity logs and end of shift reports

　　Spend frequent time on the warehouse floor to interact and engage with AAs and managers to coach on observed at-risk work habits

　　Maintain a clean and orderly environment

　　Monitor and ensure appropriate medical supply inventory is maintained

　　Participate in special projects and ad hoc tasks as assigned

　　Willing to be trained to teach First Aid/CPR/AED certification classes

　　Work flexible shifts which could include days, nights, and/or weekends

　　Communicate effectively

　　Display professional behavior

　　Multitask and have exceptional time management skills

　　Work in and embrace an inclusive and diverse atmosphere

　　Follow direction, policy, and procedures as per Amazon and local regulation

　　Maintain composure in emergencies and lead emergency response at the site

　　We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

　　Ottawa, ON, CAN

　　Basic Qualifications

　　High school or equivalent diploma

　　Must have a valid card evidencing successful completion of standard first aid with CPR/AED level A or C from a Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) approved certifying authority.

　　Must have one of the following:

　　Qualified with six months of job experience or certification in the last three years as a:

　　Valid Provincial Primary Care Paramedic Certification from the Ministry of Health AND/OR the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators

　　Current valid Emergency Medical Technician Basic Certification from the Department of Health AND/OR the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)

　　Licensed Practical Nurse from the Ministry of Health AND/OR the Provincial College of Nurses AND/OR Department of Health

　　Registered Practical Nurse from the Ministry of Health AND/OR the Provincial College of Nurses AND/OR Department of Health

　　Military Medical Technician (Canada), Combat Medic (USA), Field Medic (USA), Healthcare Specialist (USA), Hospital Corpsman (USN), Aerospace Medical Service Technician (USAF

　　A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution in:

　　Exercise Sciences

　　Exercise Physiology

　　Health Sciences

　　Kinesiology

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Certified to teach first aid, CPR, and AED training from Heart and Stroke Foundation or Canadian Red Cross

　　Proficient in Microsoft Office

　　Experience with an industrial wellness program

　　Passion for promoting health and wellness

　　Experience coaching on body mechanics

　　Experience managing musculoskeletal disorders

　　Experience in ergonomics

　　Experience with federal and province specific regulations

　　Experience with Workers Compensation

　　Proficient in digital recordkeeping

　　Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you would like to request an accommodation, please notify your Recruiter.