Medical Director-Occupational Medicine

Job Title: Physician Medical Director – Occupational Health
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate; includes malpractice coverage and weekly pay
Coverage Period: December and January
Location: Quad Cities (Davenport & Bettendorf, IA; Moline & Rock Island, IL)

Location Overview:
The Quad Cities is a vibrant metropolitan region along the Mississippi River, encompassing Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa and Moline and Rock Island in Illinois. Known for its strong industrial roots, cultural amenities, and scenic riverfront, the area offers a balanced lifestyle with affordable living, outdoor recreation, and a diverse economic base.

Opportunity

An exceptional Physician Medical Director is needed to support a Global Fortune 500 company in the Quad Cities for coverage during December and January. This role is ideal for an Occupational Health Physician Leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, balancing clinical responsibilities with client interaction, mentorship, auditing, and education.

The position includes 80% direct patient care and 20% administrative duties, directing clinical operations and supporting PA/NP providers.

Scope of Services

The Medical Director will oversee a full spectrum of occupational health and outpatient services, including:

• Assessment and treatment of work-related and non-work-related injuries/illnesses

• Workers’ compensation evaluations and regulatory exams

• Preventive health services and medical surveillance

• Fit-for-duty and pre-placement evaluations

• Urgent and episodic care

• Initial evaluation and stabilization of patients requiring higher-level care

• Direction, support, and education for PA/NPs

• Consultation and collaboration with onsite providers

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide 80% direct patient care and 20% administrative oversight

• Serve as the primary Occupational Health clinical leader

• Interface with and support the client on Occupational Health matters

• Direct the medical practice of PA/NPs

• Offer consultation and educational support to PA/NPs

• Provide outpatient-level occupational medicine services

• Conduct medical surveillance programs and regulatory exams

• Treat work-related conditions and provide urgent care for non-work-related issues

• Perform fit-for-duty, pre-placement, and DOT evaluations

• Utilize MD Guidelines effectively

• Assess and stabilize patients requiring EMS or a higher level of care

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid and unrestricted medical licenses in Illinois and Iowa

• Current DEA registration and any applicable state-controlled substances registrations

• BLS certification

• DOT certification

Acceptable board certifications/experience:

• Board Certification in Occupational Medicine

• OR Dual Board Certification in Occupational Medicine and a Primary Care Specialty

• OR Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Practice with a Sports Medicine fellowship

• OR Board Certification in Emergency Medicine with strong orthopedic and occupational health experience