The primary purpose of this role is to support employee health and wellness through effective case management, medical assessments, and compliance with occupational health standards. This position ensures the safe and timely return to work of employees recovering from illness or injury, manages fitness-for-duty evaluations, and promotes overall health and well-being. The role requires collaboration with employees, supervisors, healthcare providers, and insurance representatives to maintain a safe and healthy workforce while upholding confidentiality and regulatory compliance. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Case Management of work related and non-work-related conditions for safe and early return to work. 

• Regular contact with worker to track progress. 
• Ensure current and consecutive medical certification. 
• Communicate work restrictions to supervisor 
• Liaise with Human Resources regarding workers with lost time  
• Facilitate injury/illness case management by coordinating health care and early intervention to promote the safe and timely return to work of ill or injured employees.    
• Provide health counseling and initiate referral services to other health care professionals (for example, physicians, psychologists, physical therapists).     
• Liaise with the medical facilities / treating physician and other health care providers (e.g. physiotherapist, counselor) to monitor the progress of treatment for Legacy Assets    
• Assist employees complete process for short term disability with USA insurer (MetLife) 
• Complete USA workers compensation insurance submissions (AIG) 

Medical Assessments 

• Organize medical appointments in consultation with worker and third-party provider 
• Follow up with vendors to ensure only requested/approved services are provided. 
• Liaise with preferred providers to ensure receipt of complete medical assessment/surveillance documentation.   
• Review medical assessments performed by third parties to ensure quality. 
• Notify Principal Health and Hygiene when a fitness to work concern arises through a medical assessment/surveillance evaluation or is brought forward by supervisor or worker.   
• Organize immunizations as needed based on role or travel requirements. 
• Review audiometric tests for those required to be in the hearing conservation program and manage STS confirmation process.   

Medication Management 

• Review medication disclosures against BHP medication lists. 
• Follow up with worker as needed for additional information. 
• Consultation with company doctor as needed 
• Organize fit for work assessments as needed 

Drug & Alcohol Testing 

• Organized D&A test appointments. 
• Confirm worker attendance and escalate issues. 
• Ensure receipt of test results 

Cority Data Entry in a timely manner: 

clinic visits for injury/illness notifications upon receipt 

• medical assessments and follow-up interactions 
• drug & alcohol test results 
• case management interactions and records 

Health Promotion 

• Organize health day/s. 

LAhealth email inbox 

• Monitor and respond to emailed requests 

General 

Ensure compliance with BHP requirements and procedures, legislative and regulatory requirements.   

• Ensure confidentiality of protected, confidential, and sensitive medical information.   
• Maintain qualification, training, and skills as required by BHP, legislation and/or industry guidelines.   
• Notify Principal Health and Hygiene when a fitness to work concern arises through a medical assessment/surveillance evaluation or is brought forward by supervisor or worker.   
• Liaise with key stakeholders to assess, plan, implement and evaluate occupational health programs (for example – fitness for work, medical assessment/surveillance immunization programs, wellness programs).    

Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS 

3+ years of occupational health experience including case management. 

Preference for a medical nursing background 

Strong knowledge of occupational health practices, including fitness-for-duty evaluations, case management, and regulatory compliance. 

Proficient in data management systems (e.g., Cority) and maintaining accurate records. 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with employees, supervisors, and healthcare providers. 

Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 

Familiarity with health promotion programs and wellness initiatives 

CERTIFICATIONS 

•  Valid RN License 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

This is a remote, part-time position requiring 20-30 hours per week. 

Work will primarily be conducted from home, requiring reliable internet access and a suitable home office environment. 

Regular communication with employees, supervisors, and healthcare providers through virtual platforms, email, and phone. 

Occasional flexibility in working hours may be needed to accommodate time-sensitive case management tasks or coordination across time zones. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

The role may involve extended periods of sitting, typing, and computer usage. 

Some standing, bending, or light physical activity may be required for organizing records or materials during health initiatives. 

DIRECT REPORTS: None