Job Summary:

The First Aid Attendant will examine and treat minor workplace injuries within the level and scope of his or her first aid training and will provide reasonable observation and care to more serious injuries until qualified medical staff can be reached.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Examines patients and treats injuries within the scope of training and/or refers patients to appropriate practitioner or clinic or arranges for transport to local hospital.
• Provides standard first aid treatment for injuries not considered serious, which may include cleaning injured areas and applying antiseptic, salves, ointments, or bandages.
• During treatment, maintains compliance with OSHAs bloodborne pathogen standards.
• Observes staff with injuries or illnesses requiring further treatment.
• Maintains required records and documentation including log of injuries and occupational illnesses requiring first aid treatment.
• Maintains adequate inventory of first aid supplies; requests additional supplies when needed.
• Maintains neat and tidy first aid room.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as required to maintain records and logs.
• Ability to remain calm and tactful in stressful situations.
• Ability and willingness to work with open cuts, burns, and other injuries.
• Good judgment and evaluation skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of American Red Cross first aid and CPR courses or equivalent training with another organization required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Rotating shift work on continuous, seven-day work cycle may be required.
• Must be willing and able to obtain vaccinations required by OSHAs bloodborne pathogens standard.