Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

HealthWorks Medical; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four‑day workweek

Health, dental & vision benefits

Retirement benefits and employer match

Job summary

HealthWorks Medical seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our occupational health team supporting the N3B project in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

This role offers a four‑day workweek, competitive salary, and a commitment to safe, high-quality care for workers. You will collaborate with clinic staff, safety personnel, and management to promote health and safety in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Current NP/PA licensure in NM or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Master's degree in Nursing or Health Sciences required.
• COHN or similar certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in occupational health, emergency medicine, or related field.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA regs and workers' comp processes.
• Ability to perform comprehensive health assessments and decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care for occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Conduct health surveillance, screenings, and preventive services.
• Coordinate care with workers' compensation and return-to-work planning.
• Educate employees on injury prevention and ergonomics.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and compliance with regs.
• Collaborate with clinic staff and safety personnel to support health.
• Support emergency preparedness and on-site occupational health activities.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

EHR proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or Health Sciences

COHN certification (preferred)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: HW Los Alamos NM - Los Alamos, NM 87544, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 Salary/year, Job Category: Health Care, Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Thursday | 4-Day Workweek

Make a Difference in Workplace Health — Join HealthWorks Medical!

Are you a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity with a great work-life balance?

At HealthWorks Medical, we're passionate about making people and workplaces healthier and safer. We believe exceptional healthcare starts with a strong team, a commitment to excellence, and a genuine desire to make a difference.

We're seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (APRN/NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our occupational health team supporting the N3B project in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

This is an exciting opportunity to practice occupational medicine in a specialized workplace setting, helping employees stay healthy, safe, and ready for work — all while enjoying a four-day workweek!

What You'll Do

• Provide Quality Patient Care: Evaluate, diagnose, and treat occupational injuries and illnesses while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.
• Promote Workplace Wellness: Conduct occupational health assessments, medical surveillance examinations, screenings, and preventive health services.
• Support Injury Prevention: Partner with workplace safety professionals and clinic leadership to identify health risks and promote safer work environments.
• Manage Occupational Health Cases: Coordinate care, maintain accurate medical documentation, and assist with workers' compensation cases and return-to-work planning.
• Educate and Empower Employees: Provide guidance on injury prevention, ergonomics, occupational exposures, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with clinic staff, management, safety personnel, and other healthcare professionals to support employee well-being.
• Maintain Compliance: Follow applicable occupational health regulations, clinical protocols, and workplace safety requirements.
• Support Emergency Preparedness: Participate in occupational health emergency response planning and related activities.

What We're Looking For

• Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure in New Mexico, or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Relevant clinical experience; occupational medicine experience is preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• A commitment to patient-centered care, professionalism, and workplace safety.

Why Join HealthWorks?

• Four-Day Workweek: Enjoy a Monday–Thursday schedule with more time for life outside of work.
• Meaningful Work: Make a direct impact on employee health and workplace safety.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside professionals who believe in collaboration and putting people first.
• Professional Growth: Be part of an organization that values learning, development, and continuous improvement.
• Employee Benefits: Eligible employees have access to company-sponsored benefits, including paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental & vision, retirement benefits (employer match & profit sharing), and other wellness-related programs.

Our Culture — The HealthWorks Difference

• Always Growing — We embrace learning and continuous improvement.
• Customer Focused — We put people and service at the center of what we do.
• One Team — We work together, support one another, and celebrate shared success.
• Servant's Heart — We lead with compassion, integrity, and a willingness to help.

HealthWorks Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.

Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of employment.
• Master's degree in Nursing or Health Sciences from an accredited institution.
• Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN) or similar is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in occupational health, emergency medicine, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of occupational health and safety regulations, including OSHA standards.
• Experience with workers' compensation and case management.
• Excellent clinical skills with the ability to perform comprehensive health assessments and make evidence-based clinical decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in the use of electronic health records (EHR) and clinical software systems.

About Us:

HealthWorks Medical is dedicated to providing premier occupational health services, ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of employees at the Newport News Nuclear (N3B) BWXT Los Alamos project.