Locum Occupational Medicine Physician – California

Updated 1/16/26
$135.00 – $150.00 hourly
Bakersfield, California, United States
Physician
Occupational Medicine
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time Locums/Travel Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description

Specialty: MD/DO – Occ Med experience required
(IM, FM, EM, PM&R, or Occ Med accepted)

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 7:30a–5:30p
Setting: Outpatient Occupational Medicine Center
Coverage Type: Locum Tenens

Role Overview:

  • 100% direct patient care in an Occ Med clinic

  • Serve as Primary Treating Physician (PTP) for work-related injuries

  • Collaborate with therapists, specialists, and employers

  • Supervise PA/NPs and clinic staff

  • Ensure compliance with CA WC, DOT, OSHA, and state regulations

Clinical Scope:

  • Work-related injuries & case management

  • Employer communication on new injuries

  • DOT exams, OSHA programs, and clinical documentation

  • EMR-based documentation, coding, and charge capture

Requirements:

  • MD or DO with active CA license

  • Board Certified/Eligible (IM, FM, EM, PM&R, or Occ Med)

  • Occ Med experience required

  • NRCME (DOT Medical Examiner) Certified

  • DEA required

  • BLS required (ACLS preferred)

Experience:

  • 5–8 years preferred (Occ Med, Urgent Care, or ER)

  • New grads with strong Occ Med interest encouraged

Highlights:

  • No call, no weekends

  • Leadership-focused role

  • Predictable weekday schedule

  • Supportive multidisciplinary team

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