Occupational Health /Family Medicine / Internal Medicine M.D.
Job at a glance
Job description
A healthcare organization is seeking a Physician to provide Occupational Health coverage on a locum basis. This role offers a steady daytime schedule and the opportunity to support an outpatient Occupational Health clinic during a medical leave.
About the Opportunity:
- Schedule: 4 days per week
- Hours: 8:00am-2:00pm
- On-Call: None
- Setting: Outpatient Occupational Health
- Patient Volume: 10-15 patients per day
- Contract: Short-term assignment with the possibility to extend
- Support: Independent role; no APP support required
- Overtime: Daily OT after 12 hours; weekly OT after 168 hours
- Procedures: EKGs, PFTs, wound care, and possible suturing
Responsibilities:
- Performing Occupational Health evaluations and post-offer medical clearance exams
- Managing workplace injuries and conducting fit-for-duty assessments
- Completing EKGs, PFTs, and basic procedures, including wound care
- Documenting patient encounters in accordance with clinic protocols
- Providing timely and appropriate medical recommendations
- Ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and regulatory standards
Qualifications:
- 1+ year of relevant experience in Occupational Health, Primary Care, or Urgent Care
- MD or DO degree
Active state medical license
- Proficiency with EKGs and PFTs
- Ability to manage minor procedures (wound care, possible suturing)
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and patient-engagement skills
Desired Skills:
- Experience in workplace injury management
- Familiarity with occupational safety protocols
- Strong documentation and EMR proficiency
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced outpatient setting