Job Description

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration.  With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

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Medical Specialist 1 -- Nuclear Fuel Services - Erwin, TN

Summary Description of Job: Assist with the administration of the overall company medical programs, including Physical Program, Restricted Work Program, Worker's Compensation, Fitness for Duty Program, and other medical-related programs at the NFS site.

Major Duties and Responsibilities of Job:

1. Assist with first-aid services for NFS personnel including the coordination and completion of Medical Response training for NFS Emergency First Responders.
2. Maintain adequate supplies for the 350 Building Fitness for Duty and Medical Facility areas to ensure timely support of scheduled and unscheduled (medical emergent) needs.
3. Assist Medical Specialist 2 & 3 with the administration of the NFS Physical Exam program to include scheduling physicals and assisting the company physician with physicals, spirometer testing, and follow-up with employees.
4. Assist Medical Specialist 2 & 3 with the administration of the Restricted Work Program by assisting the NFS physician with evaluation of employees for unrestricted return to work following a medical absence.
5. Assist Emergency Services Specialists with the regulatory required Respirator Fit Testing Program by maintaining qualifications to perform fit testing when directed by the Emergency Services Unit Manager.
6. Perform Fitness for Duty Program functions including maintaining Collection Site Person (CSP) qualifications, scheduling and performing FFD testing, recordkeeping, and follow-up with the FFDC & Medical Review Officer.
7. Assist the Emergency Services Unit Manager in the development and implementation of employee health related educational and Wellness type programs.
8. Assist Medical Specialist 2 & 3 with the administration of Worker's Compensation program claims, short and long-term disability requests, and FMLA request in conjunction with corporate Benefits program management and third-party administrators.
9. Participate and assist with the organization of NFS conducted safety & wellness events including blood drive collections, flu vaccinations, and safety fairs to promote a safe and healthy workplace.

Educational Requirements of Job:

B. S. -- Nursing

Experience Requirements (Beyond educational or equivalent):

With a B. S. degree two (2) - three (3) years' experience in hospital or medical office nursing experience required at a minimum, emergency care experience preferred.

Grade Level of Job : 

6.1

  Pay: $66,000 - $101,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $66,000 and $101,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at talent_acquisition@bwxt.com.

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