Occupational Medicine Job at Montefiore Medical Group in BRONX, NY

Physician, Occupational Health Services

Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY

Must-have enthusiasm for caring for healthcare workers as well as all other associates at Montefiore Medical Center (MMC). Must have knowledge about, or willingness to continue education (through CME, conferences, grand rounds) in the unique field of Medical Center Occupational Health. The primary focus of our Occupational Health clinical team is to identify, prevent, and manage work-related illnesses and injuries. This role requires provision of evidence-based direct patient care (to associates) under the direction of the senior medical director as well as close collaboration with advanced practice providers (NPs) and nurses. The candidate should be a champion for the health and wellbeing of MMG workers. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to effectively partner with multiple departments, including but not limited to, infection prevention and control, human resources, environmental health and safety, Montefiore quality initiatives, primary care and specialty care.

Examples of work done by OHS includes:

• Pre-placement medical evaluation and clearance

• Blood-borne pathogen exposures

• Tuberculosis (screening, surveillance, referral as indicated)

• Work injuries and illnesses

• Fitness for duty evaluations

• Work restrictions, clearance for return to work after an infectious illness

• Participation in annual flu vaccine campaign

• Collaboration in return to work and workers' compensation programs

• Medical evaluation and recommended work disposition/accommodation for associates with disabilities