Occupational Health Director

Job Description

Job Description

Summary: The Occupational Health Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all occupational health services designed to support employee safety, compliance, and wellness across the organization. This role manages workplace injury prevention, case management, compliance with regulatory requirements (OSHA, ADA, FMLA, HIPAA, CDC, AAAHC, HRSA), health screenings, and wellness programs. The manager partners with HR, Safety, Infection Prevention, Risk Management, and leadership to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Occupational Health & Safety Program Oversight

• Develop and implement occupational health policies, procedures, and programs that comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitor and enforce workplace health and safety standards, including OSHA requirements.
• Lead initiatives to prevent workplace injuries and reduce occupational health risks.
• Maintain accurate documentation and case records in multiple systems including employee health platform.

Employee Health Services

• Performs pre-employment, annual, and return-to-work physicals, screenings, and immunizations for newly hired employees to determine their eligibility and capacity for the position.
• Manage employee health records with confidentiality and regulatory compliance (HIPAA).
• Coordinate vaccination programs and communicable disease screenings (e.g., TB, Hepatitis B, flu, COVID-19).
• Collaborate with physicians, mid-level providers, and registered nurses to manage employee Health Cases.
• Develops, implements and document individual plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional team in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Proactively plans and ensures communication of the plan of care across the continuum f care.

Case Management & Workers’ Compensation

• Manage, evaluate, and track work-related injuries, exposures, and illnesses, including reporting and follow-up.
• Serve as the SME between employees, providers, insurance carriers, and HR for workers’ compensation claims.
• Analyze trends in workplace injuries/illnesses and develop prevention strategies.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ADA, HIPAA, CDC, and other applicable regulations.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and accreditation surveys.
• Prepare and maintain required documentation and reports for regulatory bodies.

Wellness & Education

• Develop and promote employee wellness and health education programs.
• Provide training to staff on health and safety topics such as ergonomics, and injury prevention.
• Partner with HR and leadership to support employee well-being initiatives.

Leadership & Collaboration

• May supervise occupational health staff, nurses, or support team members.
• Collaborate with HR, Risk Management, and Safety Committees to align occupational health with organizational goals.
• Provide expert guidance to leadership on employee health issues, regulatory compliance, and best practices.

Return-to-Work Program Oversight

• Develop, implement, and manage the organization’s Return-to-Work (RTW) Program for employees recovering from illness, injury, or leave.
• Coordinate medical evaluations and clearances with occupational health providers.
• Collaborate with HR, managers, and employees to establish modified duty/light duty assignments.
• Ensure compliance with ADA, FMLA, workers’ compensation, and other regulatory requirements.
• Track employee progress, document restrictions, and monitor successful reintegration.

Qualifications

Education and/Licensure:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, Occupational Health, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• Current RN license required.
• Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN/COHN-S) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in occupational health, employee health, or workplace safety. 5-10 years preferred.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in healthcare, FQHC, is strongly valued.
• Requires occasional travel between organizational sites

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, ADA, HIPAA, FMLA, and CDC guidelines.
• Excellent assessment, case management, and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with employees at all levels.
• Ability to manage sensitive/confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter with Strong critical thinking skills, excellent time management, and a proven ability to work with both individuals and teams. They will demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and commitment to employee care while ensuring compliance with occupational health standards.