What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT position at Smithfield Foods?
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A great job and a great future await you at Smithfield Foods. As the world’s largest pork processor and largest hog producer in the United States, we’re a $16 billion global food company with more than 55,000 employees. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.
Our team members receive industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great benefits packages:
- Competitive Starting Pay
- Earn an additional $1.00/hour for 2nd and 3rd shift positions!*
- Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
*Program eligibilities apply
In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.
Assists in the planning, implementing and evaluating health maintenance and health education programs in the plant. Prepares and maintains patient clinical records. Provides professional medical care for employees for the comfort and well-being of employees. Follows all necessary protocols under MD and State Regulations. Conducts hearing tests according to OSHA regulations. Assists in evaluating the occupational health and safety efforts and recommends changes. Participates in continuing education to update knowledge of occupational health and Safety, including legal regulations applicable to health and Safety.
Core Responsibilities
- Assesses employee illness/injuries and administer appropriate initial and follow up treatment. Makes medical Referrals as needed.
- Completes documentation needed to refer employees to medical clinic if needed.
- Conducts and sets up employee health initiatives and programs for employee health.
- Documents treatment, initiates and follows up on workers compensation claims, initiates accident investigations reports, establishes and maintains employee health records.
- Completes initial injury documentation with employee and contacts employee's supervisor to discuss restrictions/issues.
- Takes pictures of the area where injury occurred and get injury statements for report.
- Updates and files employee paperwork in medical files.
- Performs follow ups with clinic to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed and filed for workers comp.
- Conducts new hire drug testing, new hire safety training and assists with monthly safety training for plant personnel when needed.
- Submits injury information and claims into database (Stars).
- Submits and monitors workers comp paperwork in databases.
- Submits weekly numbers into the EIPMS (SIPS) database.
- Completes and fills out the weekly scorecard report.
- Works on and complete HIRA on tasks inside of the plant with supervisors and employees.
- Takes EMT classes and courses needed to stay current with EMT license.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
- EMT Certification; required.
Current certification in First Aid, CPR and AED.
- Blood Borne Pathogen & CAOHC Certification, preferred.
- Working knowledge of medical equipment.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Working knowledge of state workers compensation law.
- Good decision maker and ability to perform in stressful situations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Bilingual, preferred.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The majority of the time is spent in an office setting outside of the production plant. Must be able to work around blood, strong smells and extreme temperatures. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
- Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
- Frequently required to sit, stand, kneel, squat, bend, twist, use hands to handle, or feel, and talk or hear.
Careers and Benefits
To learn more about Smithfield’s benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits.
PEOPLE MATTER
More than 63,000 employees globally drive our success. We strive to create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment.
GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Working at Smithfield isn't just a job – it's the foundation for a lifelong career with training designed to help you advance professionally.
BENEFITS
Our people matter. That's why we offer excellent, comprehensive benefits packages to our full-time employees. Also, education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment
SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE
Sustainability is ingrained in our culture and guides how we operate. We believe in innovating for the future.
About Smithfield Foods
Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly®" and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in our U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com, and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
EEO/AA Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.
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