EMT (Fall River, MA)

Onsite Medical Representative/ EMTThe Onsite Medical Representative plays a key role in supporting workplace health and safety by providing first aid, health guidance, and case management to employees in a fast-paced industrial environment. You will work closely with the Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team to promote a safe and healthy workplace, minimize injury risk through education and proactive engagement, and ensure effective response to both occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses. This role requires a hands-on medical professional who is passionate about health and wellness, comfortable working on the operations floor, and committed to maintaining high standards of care and compliance.ResponsibilitiesIndependently assess and administer first aid to employees for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.Provide appropriate referrals to outside medical providers when care beyond first aid is required.Support and advocate health and wellness principles in daily interactions with employees.Collaborate closely with the WHS site manager, WHS specialist, and Injury Prevention Specialist as needed.Attend weekly associate safety committee meetings and actively contribute to safety discussions.Greet new hires at the site and provide health, safety, and wellness orientation through group or one-on-one interactions.Participate in weekly case management review meetings as necessary to discuss ongoing cases and follow-up care.Minimize employee risk of injury through awareness, education, and proactive engagement on the operations floor.Maintain accurate and confidential records of all care provided to employees.Coordinate and maintain workers compensation and return-to-work programs for employees with work-related injuries.Prepare and submit daily activity logs and end-of-shift reports to document care and activities.Engage regularly with employees and site leadership on the operations floor to provide coaching on observed at-risk work habits and body mechanics.Maintain a clean and orderly medical workspace and ensure appropriate inventory of medical supplies is available at all times.Participate in training and certification activities to facilitate first aid, CPR, and AED certification classes for employees.Maintain current first aid, CPR, AED, and Basic Life Support (BLS) credentials as required.Assist with random saliva drug testing protocols in accordance with site procedures and policies.Provide effective care delivery during emergencies and assist with emergency response efforts at the site.Work flexible shifts, including days, nights, holidays, and weekends, as required by site operations.Lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach while performing job duties.Stand and walk for up to 12 hours during shifts in a large industrial facility.Perform duties in environments with variable noise levels and changing temperatures, including areas exposed to outdoor weather conditions such as loading departments.Continuously climb and descend stairs in multi-level facilities, where applicable.Essential SkillsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved emergency cardiac care provider.Current valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic certification from a Department of Health or the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).Ability to obtain an adult First Aid, CPR, AED certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within three weeks of starting if not already held.Strong ability to assess injuries and illnesses and provide appropriate first aid within scope of practice.Capability to coordinate workers compensation and return-to-work programs.Ability to maintain accurate digital and written medical records and documentation.Physical ability to lift up to 49 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours during shifts.Willingness and ability to work flexible shifts, including days, nights, holidays, and weekends.Comfort working in environments with variable noise levels, temperatures, and weather conditions.Strong communication skills to engage with employees and leadership on the operations floor.Ability to coach employees on safe work habits and ergonomics.Additional Skills & QualificationsCertification to teach first aid, CPR, and AED training from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.Proficiency in Microsoft Office for documentation, reporting, and communication.Experience working in an industrial wellness program or occupational health setting.Experience managing musculoskeletal disorders, ergonomics, and coaching on proper body mechanics.Demonstrated work experience with OSHA regulations and workers compensation processes.Proficiency in digital record keeping and electronic documentation systems.Recent military medical experience within the last year, such as Combat Medic, Field Medic, Healthcare Specialist, Hospital Corpsman, or Aerospace Medical Service Technician.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for managing records, supplies, and daily reporting.Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary workplace health and safety team.Work EnvironmentThis role is based onsite in a large industrial and logistics environment in Fall River, MA, where you will work closely with workplace health and safety professionals and operations leadership. The position requires spending significant time on the operations floor, engaging directly with employees and observing work practices. Shifts can include days, nights, weekends, and holidays, and may be up to 12 hours in length. The environment features variable noise levels and fluctuating temperatures, including exposure to outdoor conditions in loading and delivery areas. You will frequently stand, walk, climb stairs, lift up to 49 pounds, and perform physical movements such as pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, and reaching. You will work in a dedicated medical space equipped for first aid, basic life support, and emergency response, and you will use digital systems and Microsoft Office for documentation and reporting. The culture emphasizes safety, proactive health and wellness, teamwork, and continuous improvement, with regular safety committee meetings, ongoing training, and opportunities to contribute to site-wide health and safety initiatives. Dress expectations align with an industrial setting and may include comfortable professional attire suitable for frequent walking and standing, along with any required safety or personal protective equipment provided according to site policies.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Fall River, MA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 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)Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Fall River, MA.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. 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