Description
Who We Are
Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative, integrated partner with a national footprint in marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication, and marine services.
With four shipyards, six dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases and at historic shipyards, our 2,500 dedicated employees across four states – from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk – personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation – through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the world-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security. For more information, visit vigor.net.
PAY RANGE: $56,000 - 64,000
SHIFT HOURS: Training during onboarding will be 8am - 4:30pm; ongoing schedule will be Monday - Friday 10am - 6:30pm
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides first aid and emergency medical response for employees and supports pre-hire and ongoing testing programs, including drug and alcohol testing and occupational health testing (e.g. audiometric testing and respirator fit testing), in accordance with regulatory requirements and Vigor policies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities.)
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Provide first aid assessment, care, and documentation for injuries and illnesses presented to the VMG Health Services Clinic, including vital signs, wound care, emergency evaluation, and CPR/AED response, and coordinate with the on-duty Safety Department representative during medical emergencies.
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Facilitate intake and documentation of accident reports, collaborate with Operations and Safety to support injury investigations, and maintain daily encounter logs and required medical documentation in compliance with Vigor policies and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
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Conduct pre-hire, random, post-accident/incident, and reasonable suspicion or reasonable cause drug and alcohol testing. (Training Provided)
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Conduct initial baseline and annual audiograms in accordance with the hearing conservation program, complete required follow-up examinations, and maintain audiometric records. (Training Provided)
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Perform initial and annual respirator medical clearance evaluations and fit testing in accordance with the respirator fit program. (Training Provided)
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Support Vigor safety initiatives through collaboration with Safety, Operations, and other departments, and assist the Workers’ Compensation Manager with documentation, case updates, and related administrative support.
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Maintain employee medical records in compliance with HIPAA, confidentiality, and other federal requirements, ensure the medical facility is clean, sanitary, organized, and professionally maintained, and manage communications and email notifications.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
Interpersonal Contacts:
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Collaborates with craft/hourly employees, operations and administrative staff, Safety, and Human Resources across the organization.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing changing priorities in a clinical and industrial environment.
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Strong multitasking and systems-thinking skills, with the ability to triage competing demands and respond effectively to routine and emergency situations.
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Clear verbal and written communication skills with a service-oriented, professional approach when interacting with employees, supervisors, and leadership.
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Demonstrated ability to document medical encounters, incident information, and testing results accurately and in a timely manner.
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Proficiency with PCs, Microsoft Office, and related software applications, including electronic recordkeeping and email communications.
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Working knowledge of occupational health, first aid, and emergency response practices in an industrial setting.
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Ability to collaborate effectively with Safety, Operations, Human Resources, and administrative staff to support organizational safety initiatives.
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Knowledge of applicable local, state, and city emergency response protocols preferred.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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Two (2) years of EMT experience and/or equivalent experience in an industrial or occupational health clinic preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:
- Advanced First Aid certification required at minimum and/or current EMT certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Primarily clinic-based with occasional emergency response in shipyard production areas. Requires walking throughout the facility, climbing stairs or ladders, entering confined spaces, working at heights, and lifting or carrying 50 - 100 pounds. May involve bending, squatting, crawling, and twisting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work in production areas may involve exposure to noise, fumes, dust, and odors. Required training and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are mandatory. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status.
Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.
Vigor Values
Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.
Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in
At Vigor we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical
RX
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
LTD
STD
EAP
Discretionary bonus
Tuition Reimbursement
FSA (Medical, Childcare, Transportation)
10 paid holidays
PTO
401(k)
Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor’s Human Resources Department.
In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
