At NorthBay Health, the Employee Health Manager has responsibility for operational leadership of Employee Health services. This role oversees the care and management of the employee’s health related to: new hire clearances, work injuries, exposures, return-to-work, fitness for duty, organizational requirements and wellness initiatives to support a healthy workforce. In addition, manages all aspects of the workers’ compensation process and experience as it relates to NorthBay Health and promotion of prevention of injuries. This role will collaborate with others in supporting the department policies and procedures as it relates to modified duty, light duty, new hire and return-to-work and workers’ compensation. Responsible for annual COE health requirements and annual clinics. This leader will support operations in activities that are consistent with the system mission and values and in compliance with workers’ compensation, OSHA regulations, JC and other system and department policies and procedures.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES
Oversees the function for coordination of the new hire medical clearance process. Works closely with Occupational Health who provides contracted medical services to include verification of completion of physical, audio and spirometry testing, respirator fit testing, immunizations, drug screening, pre-hire testing.
Oversees the team for case management of employees, to include job task analysis review, ergo evaluations, modified work, return to work and accommodation process for modified duty.
Proactively works with the leadership team to identify department specific opportunities when dealing with exposures, injuries, return to work, etc. Coordinates appropriate follow up, as needed.
Coordinates mandatory compliance (COE) testing to include: date and location coordination, calendar, clinic staffing, scheduling, supply ordering, forms and communications (i.e. . . influenza vaccination, respirator fit testing and others).
Responsible for the Worker’s Compensation process for NorthBay Health. Works with team to minimize cost to the organization and overseeing case management of all cases including partnering with the employee, Occupational Health provider, involved specialists and Workers’ Compensation (WC) carrier to facilitate and ensure a coordinated approach to managing impacted employee with the objective of obtaining an early return to work.
Participates or assigns team members to actively on assigned organizational committees, representing Employee Health, wellness and worker’s compensation related interests: Safety, Infection Control, Employee Health/Human Resources, Wellness, Influenza Task Force, Safe Patient Handling, etc.
Human Resources
Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills by communicating, cooperating, coaching, counseling and mentoring.
Facilitates professional growth and development of staff through areas of interest of staff, identification of needs, provision of educational programs, and evaluation of performance from educational opportunities.
Assures staff will achieve and maintain identified competencies related to their practice through such activities as orientation programs, evaluation process, certification programs, in-services, training, skills fairs, etc.
Interpersonal Skills and Values
Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
Why NorthBay Health
NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.
We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.
We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.
NorthBay Health Benefits Options
NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.
Compensation Structure
NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.
Remote Work Disclosure
NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.
Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies
NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.
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