- Provide basic first aid treatment for musculoskeletal and non-musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses as specified in Physician Standing Orders, testing such items as range of motion and strength, reflex and sensory integrity, and functional status
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- Identify, evaluate and refer injured associates to the appropriate clinicians ensuring employees receive the best care for their work-related injuries and illnesses
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- During rehabilitation, implement treatment plans that incorporate therapeutic exercise, modalities and work conditioning as necessary (State-specific regulations apply) as specified in Physician Standing Orders
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- Follow appropriate action plan and standing orders to respond to onsite medical emergencies
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- Assist in managing Workers' Compensation cases through claim capture and follow-up
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- Collaborate with client’s Leave Team, Human Resources team and Management on return to work (RTW) job placementÂ
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- Track and communicate MSD-related statistics for client stakeholdersÂ
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- Perform or obtain data analysis to measure direct and indirect costs of musculoskeletal disorders. Provide ​ biannual reports for rehab utilization, cost-savings, and cost avoidance
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- Provide objective information about the physical requirements of jobs for:
- Job descriptions
- Referral sources for the purpose of developing restrictions
- Legal and case management for RTW, litigation, and accommodation
- For use in pre-employment and RTW functional testing
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- Promote personal health and wellbeing in the workplace
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- Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc. in a timely manner. Documentation may include patient files, invoices, monthly reports, budgets, expense and outcome tools.
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- Create an environment of trust and caring, which allows workers to take responsibility to reduce or eliminate actions or behaviors under their control that contribute to injury and illness
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- Communicate regularly with safety personnel ​​injury prevention activities
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- Attend meetings and serve on committees as requested
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