011660 CCA-Occupational Health **Position Summary:** Supports the occupational health function to maintain and promote employee health and support CCA’s employee health and wellness strategy. Ensures legal and regulatory requirements are met or exceeded. **Supervision Exercised:** None **Essential Duties & Responsibilities:** + Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory occupational health requirements including, but not limited to OSHA, DPH, ADA and FMLA + Inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, and practices for compliance with corporate and regulatory health and safety standards. Identify processes and procedures to mitigate or eliminate potential hazards + Develop and implement infection control strategies to prevent illness within the workforce and secondary transmission of illness to members + In collaboration with manager, oversee CCA’s Respiratory Protection Program + Train employees on the proper use of personal protective (PPE) + Conduct respirator fit tests, monitor respirator inventory, and provide PPE donning and doffing training + Coordinate vaccination clinics and administer vaccinations and health screenings in compliance with occupational health standards and regulations + Review vaccination records of employees and new hires to ensure required vaccinations are documented + Perform phlebotomy to assess for vaccine induced immunity + Participate in TB risk assessments and conduct TB testing where indicated. + Deliver health education and training programs on various health and safety topics + Advise staff on Bloodborne Pathogen protocols to mitigate employee exposures + Perform ergonomic assessments to assist with proper workstation set-up + Review accommodation requests. Collaborate with employees, managers, and HR business partners to ensure compliance with ADA requirements + Oversee Return-to-Work from STD/FMLA leave of absences + Interface with Workers’ Compensation insurer on work-related injuries or illnesses + Remain up to date with current health and safety legislation **Working Conditions:** + Office setting with travel by car or public transportation to other office/clinical sites. + May travel to member’s homes or other community settings to conduct accident investigations or observe workflow. **Required Education:** + Bachelor’s degree in nursing **Desired Education:** + Certification as an Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) or Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (COHN-S) + Certification in Case Management + Certification in ADA administration **Required Licensing:** + Unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts **Required Experience:** + 5+ years of occupational health nursing experience in a healthcare setting or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. **Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:** + Broad based knowledge of occupational health and general nursing practices, procedures, and protocols + Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with employees at all levels and promote a culture of safety + Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to employees and managers + Ability to perform tasks or duties with frequent interruptions. + Attention to detail to maintain accurate records + Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team + Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to address complex occupational health issues. **Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:** + Working knowledge of Massachusetts workers’ compensation law, HIPPA, OSHA, ADA and FMLA **Language(s):** + English EEO is The Law Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled Please note employment with CCA is contingent upon acceptable professional references, a background check (including Mass CORI, employment, education, criminal check, and driving record, (if applicable)), an OIG Report and verification of a valid MA/RN license (if applicable). Commonwealth Care Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.