Occupational Health Physician - Lead Workplace Wellness

Gateway Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Illinois Paid Leave

Mental health time

Employee assistance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Gateway Regional Medical Center is seeking an Occupational Health Physician to join our Occupational Health Services team. The role includes medical evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of employee health issues, with emphasis on fitness for duty, work-related injuries, and regulatory compliance.

You will lead the drug screening program oversight, act as MRO, manage Workers' Compensation cases, and guide leadership on health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Clinical experience in occupational health
• Knowledge of OSHA/ADA/FMLA and preventive medicine
• Strong communication and advisory abilities
• Ability to collaborate with leadership and staff

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-employment, periodic, and return-to-work examinations.
• Evaluate employee health concerns related to workplace exposures.
• Diagnose and treat work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Oversee the Occupational Health drug screening program.
• Serve as Medical Review Officer for applicable drug testing programs.
• Manage Workers' Compensation cases and return-to-work follow-up.
• Develop and support workplace health, wellness, and prevention programs.
• Advise leadership on occupational health policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide ergonomics and injury prevention education.
• Maintain accurate occupational health records.

Skills

Clinical experience

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Occupational health knowledge

Education

MD/DO

Board certification in Occupational Medicine

MRO qualification

Job description

Gateway Regional Medical Center is seeking an Occupational Health Physician to join our Occupational Health Services team. The role includes medical evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of employee health issues, with emphasis on fitness for duty, work-related injuries, and regulatory compliance.

You will lead the drug screening program oversight, act as MRO, manage Workers' Compensation cases, and guide leadership on health and safety policies.