Odle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects

Reports to the Health and Wellness Director and is an hourly, non-exempt position. Provides services that support the development, implementation and monitoring of the total center wellness program. Complies with Policy and Requirements Handbook, DOL guidelines, contract specifications, ODLE policies and Center Operating practices and procedures. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of: workplace relations and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•Demonstrates and abides by ODLE Core values and operating principles.

•Performs definitive medical examination on each student, including interpretation of all routine laboratory tests and necessary radiology reports within time frame required by PRH.

•Performs physical examinations for advanced training, driver’s education, transfer, and job placement.

•Advises the Health Services Director and Center Director on medical and health related matters.

•Prioritizes health needs of the center and sets program direction in coordination with the Health Services Director, Center Dentist, CMHC and Center Director.

•Advises and assists with integration of Wellness Program into all center components.

•Assures compliance with infection control procedures and reporting, OSHA requirements.

•Performs screening of “B” admissions folders to determine medical eligibility for Job Corps.

•Performs physical and emotional wellness assessments. Establishes individualized student health and wellness plans according to protocol outlined in the center’s Health Standing Orders.

•Documents each encounter with students in their health records.

•Works closely with counselors, residential staff, and wellness instructors in providing wellness education to students.

•Provides diagnosis and treatment of illness and injury including minor incision/drainage and suture removal as needed.

•Provides all necessary referrals for specialist and institutional care.

•Ensures the reporting of all communicable diseases, child abuse cases, etc. as mandated by state and county regulations.

•Assures and maintains signed and dated standing orders for medical care.

•Ensures the proper storage, handling and disposal of hazardous wastes generated by the health and wellness center.

•Ensures that the proper protocol is followed for infection control. Ensures the proper handling of specimens and equipment, as well as the appropriate sterilization of equipment.

•Provides all necessary referrals for specialist and institutional care.

•Conducts in-service staff training sessions.

•May train students and staff in Bloodborne Pathogens, Standard and Symptomatic Management Guidelines and various wellness/health topics.

•Consults with the Health Services Administrator on ordering and safeguarding health equipment, supplies and medication.

•Attends required staff training sessions.

•Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.

•Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.

•Cultivates and maintains a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.

•Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

Education and Experience Requirements:

•Medical Doctor’s degree (M.D.) from an accredited college or university. Three to five years of related experience and/or training is necessary. Current Medical License from state of employment; Drug Enforcement Administration Certification; Continuing Medical Education Certificates (100 credits/2 years to maintain licensure); eligibility for Medical Malpractice Insurance for the state of employment (includes catastrophic fund).

•Prefer Job Corps experience

•Valid State driver’s license in the state of employment, with acceptable driving record

Additional Requirements: Strong working knowledge of medical procedures. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, Familiarity with medical needs of disadvantaged youth. Must obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certificates. Sound management techniques. Ability to handle multiple priorities. Ability to communicate effectively and relate to trainee population. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment. In addition, individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Working Conditions: This position involves frequent sitting and occasional standing, walking, bending, stooping, and squatting. Applicant must be able to see, hear, and speak.

Environmental Demands: Position requires ability to spend 10% of work time outside and 90% of work time indoors; ability to withstand moderate noise levels, including voice levels 90% of work time; ability to work in high temperature settings during the summer months; and ability to work in low temperature settings in winter months. 

The employer of record for this position is Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. DBA Eckerd Connects which assigns employees to Odle Management Group, LLC.

Odle Management considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Odle Management is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.