The Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team is deeply committed to the
safety and wellbeing of our people. WHS sets the strategic direction to provide
resources, best practices, and safe environments to proactively manage the
health and wellbeing of our workforce. To support these goals, Amazon is seeking
an experienced and dynamic Onsite Medical Representative (OMR) to join our team.
In this position, you will work closely with the WHS site manager, WHS
specialist, and occasionally the Wellness Specialist (WS).
As an OMR, you will independently assess and administer first aid as well as
offer guidance to Amazon Associates (AAs) on both occupational and
non-occupational injuries or illnesses. You should be passionate about learning
and advocating health and wellness principles to consistently support AAs on a
daily basis. You will refer care to outside medical providers as needed, and
learn about OSHA regulations, risk, and analysis. You will also attend weekly
associate safety committee meetings, greeting all new hires for the site or
through daily one-on-one interaction. Additionally, the OMR will participate in
weekly case management review meetings as necessary.
The OMR will function as a part of the larger team onsite, assisting with all
first aid needs and support safety operations as needed.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Provide first aid support and make referrals to outside medical providers as
necessary.
· Minimize the AA risk of injury through awareness, education, and proactive
engagement.
· Maintain all records of care provided to AAs.
· Coordinate and maintain the workers’ compensation and return to work programs
for AAs with work-related injuries.
· Provide daily activity logs and end of shift reports.
· Engage with AAs and leadership on operations floor to provide coaching
regarding observed at-risk work habits.
· Maintain a clean working environment and ensure appropriate medical supply
inventory is maintained.
· Participate in training and certification to facilitate first aid, CPR and AED
certifications classes.
· Maintain all first aid, CPR, AED credentials.
· Work flexible shifts which could include days, nights, holidays, and/or
weekends.
· Assist with random saliva drug testing protocols.
Maintain effective care delivery in emergencies and assist emergency response at
the site. 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; AND
- Must have one of the following:
- Valid Provincial Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Certification from the Ministry
of Health AND/OR the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators; OR
- Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) from the Ministry of Health AND/OR the
Provincial College of Nurses AND/OR Department of Health; OR
- In the last year, six months job experience as a Military Medical Technician
(Canadian Armed Forces). Preferred Qualifications: - Certified to teach first
aid, CPR, and AED training from the Canadian Red Cross
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience with an industrial wellness program
- Experience managing musculoskeletal disorders, ergonomics, and coaching on
body mechanics
- Demonstrated work experience with OSHA regulations and Workers Compensation
- Proficient in digital recordkeeping
- Amazon is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with
the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with
Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise
Human Resources if you require accommodation.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our
customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or
adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the
interview or onboarding process, please visit
https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations
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information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please
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