Occupational Medicine Job at Premier Health in Dayton, OH

General Summary/Responsibilities:

Under the general supervision of the Occupational Health Medical Director, the physician serves in a position of leadership to direct and coordinate all clinical services involving professional and medical judgment. The Physician provides direct patient care, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of occupational injuries or illnesses. Must work collaboratively with company representatives to assist in timely return to work. Responsible for performing physical exam assessments, including DOT exams, Pension Board Physicals, and other specific company requested specialty physicals. Responsible to provide Medical Review Officer service.

Scope/Span of Control: N/A

Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable)

Supervises FTEs:   No

Number of FTEs Supervised: Enter Number or N/A

Exercises full management authority including performance reviews, discipline, termination and personnel hiring Yes

Fiscal Responsibilities (if applicable)

Annual Revenue in Dollars: N/A

Annual Expense in Dollars: N/A

Financial Accountability: N/A  

Age of Population Served

☒ Adult (18 – 64 years)

Qualifications 

Education:

Minimum Level of Education Required:  Medical Doctorate degree

Additional requirements:

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Experience

• Minimum Level of Experience Required:  3 - 5 years of job related experience
• Prior job title or occupational/Urgent Care experience: Preferred
  
• Other experience requirements: CDME-Commercial Driver Medical Examiner Certification, MRO-Medical Review Officer certification

Knowledge/Skills

• Assertive, industrious self-starter with analytical skills and a positive nature. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Physical Requirements:

Working Conditions: 

Organizational Standards:

Essential Duties & Functions:

Physician responsibility for the provision of service to clients in Occupational Health Clinic

• Reports directly to the Occupational Health Medical Director for medical responsibilities and reports indirectly to the Health Center Director, and Managers for administrative and operational workings of the site.
• In collaboration with Medical Director, Director of Operations, and Practice Manager, performs services outlined in goals, objectives, and strategic plans for Health Centers.
• Provide episodic, preventive, occupational and/or primary health care to patients depending on the needs of the client.
• Conduct histories, physical exams and prescribes medical treatment.
• Develops treatment plans in collaboration with patients; educates and advises on medical issues as needed.
• Participate in the orientation process of Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners and Residents. .
• Maintains knowledge of current trends/developments in health care and Occupational Health
• Participates in legal reviews, depositions, chart reviews, disability evaluations, MRO duties, etc.
• Maintain professional communications by at attending necessary meetings, conference calls, responding to email, telephone or written communication in a timely manner.

Physician Tasks

Other Duties & Functions:

As assigned

The above duties and responsibilities may be essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed include the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be constructed as an exhausted statement of duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.