Employer Services JOB ANALYSES/FUNCTIONAL JOB DESCRIPTIONS ORNetwork utilizes job analyses as an effective vocational tool in outlining the exact components of a job through the systematic collection of information about the job. This allows the vocational consultant to analyze the job and define the tasks, knowledge, skills, and physical abilities necessary to perform the job. The analysis provides accurate, factual information that may be used in the creation of functional job descriptions that are ADA compliant as well as to determine an individual’s capacity to perform the essential functions of the job. WORKSITE EVALUATIONS A worksite assessment can be undertaken at the workplace to identify alternative duties or make recommendations for workplace modifications and/or job redesign to accommodate an injured or ill employee's return to work, and promote a safe work environment. It is all too easy to become complacent about your own environment and not be in a position to recognize existing or potential issues. ORNetwork is likely to see potential problems that the employees or employer may overlook. ERGONOMIC ASSESSMENTS & TRAININGS An ergonomic evaluation is a preventative measure that allows an employer to decrease the risk of employee injury. An ergonomic evaluation will help to confirm that a position can be performed safely by changing, if necessary, the physical structure of the job while maintaining the integrity of the job requirements. Over the past few years, there has been a growing trend for occupational injuries to be attributed to poor body mechanics and work station design. These issues can be quickly and successfully addressed through ergonomic evaluation and training. TRANSITIONAL RETURN TO WORK PROGRAMS Identifying positions that can be modified to accommodate physical restrictions, either temporarily or permanently, is the most cost-effective approach an employer can take in returning an injured or disabled employee to work. This process allows a worker with a decreased functional ability to return to work in some capacity while completing a treatment program. The modified position is considered transitional in nature and is usually structured with the goal of a return to full employment within a specified time frame. Returning an employee to work as quickly as possible facilitates a positive working relationship between the employer and employee, significantly increases the likelihood that an employee will remain employed and, thereby, significantly reduces costs associated with lengthy indemnity payments. ORNetwork has been instrumental in implementing successful programs within a multitude of work environments such as hospitals, universities, manufacturers, municipal public works, and within the construction industry. MEDICAL CASE MANAGEMENT ORNetwork provides high quality case management services by working closely with the injured or ill employee, treatment provider, and other significant parties to coordinate successful outcomes. Knowledge of community resources, excellent counseling techniques, and concise case reporting are the skills used to assist employees in achieving successful recovery, rehabilitation, and return to work. The case management staff consists of highly experienced Registered Nurses who hold the knowledge and skills to effectively manage cases in a timely, cost effective manner.