Occupational Medicine Physician

USA Health Systems; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile, AL, invites applicants for an academic Occupational Medicine physician position at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level. The role combines clinical occupational health with medical education and research within a leading academic health system.

The clinic provides comprehensive evaluations, pre-employment and fitness-for-duty assessments, workers' compensation guidance, and collaboration with employers and HR.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Occupational Medicine/Preventive Medicine preferred.
• Completion of appropriate residency training that meets USA Health credentialing and applicable board eligibility requirements.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational health evaluations and medical services within an academic health system.
• Perform pre-employment, fitness-for-duty, return-to-work, and related evaluations.
• Evaluate and treat work-related injuries and illnesses; manage workers' compensation cases.
• Collaborate with employers and HR to address workplace health concerns.
• Contribute to education of medical students, residents, and other professionals.
• Engage in scholarly activity, quality improvement, and clinical research when interested.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO or equivalent medical degree

Residency training in relevant field

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• USA Health are seeking a board certified or board eligible Occupational Medicine physician to join our growing academic health system at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a physician interested in combining clinical occupational medicine with medical education and the resources of the region's leading academic health system. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive occupational health services while collaborating with employers, healthcare professionals, and USA Health leadership to promote workplace health, safety, and injury prevention.
• Position Highlights
  • Provide comprehensive occupational health evaluations and treatment within a growing academic health system
  • Conduct pre employment, fitness for duty, return to work, and other occupational medical evaluations
  • Evaluate and treat work related injuries and illnesses
  • Manage and provide guidance related to workers' compensation cases
  • Collaborate with employers and human resources professionals to address workplace health concerns
  • Provide expertise in workplace ergonomics, injury prevention, employee wellness, and occupational health regulations
  • Participate in the education and mentorship of medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals
  • Serve as an occupational health resource to physicians, healthcare professionals, employers, and community partners
  • Opportunity to participate in scholarly activity, quality improvement, and clinical research based on interest
  • Academic appointment and rank commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations to assess employees' fitness for specific job responsibilities and identify potential occupational health risks
  • Perform pre employment medical examinations, including medical history review and physical assessment
  • Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage work related injuries and illnesses, coordinating care with other healthcare professionals when appropriate
  • Provide consultation regarding fitness for duty and return to work recommendations
  • Collaborate with employers and human resources teams to address workplace health issues and manage workers' compensation cases
  • Provide guidance regarding workplace ergonomics, injury prevention, occupational exposures, and applicable occupational health regulations
  • Develop and participate in employee health education and wellness initiatives, including topics such as stress management, nutrition, injury prevention, and overall wellbeing
  • Maintain accurate and confidential medical records in accordance with applicable privacy requirements and regulations
  • Remain current regarding occupational medicine regulations, industry trends, evidence based practices, and emerging workplace health issues
  • Serve as a resource for colleagues and participate in multidisciplinary teams addressing occupational and employee health matters
  • Participate in the education of medical students, residents, and other learners as appropriate to the faculty appointment

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
• Board certification or board eligibility in Occupational Medicine/Preventive Medicine preferred
• Completion of appropriate residency training that meets USA Health credentialing and applicable board eligibility requirements
• Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in the state of Alabama
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with patients, employers, healthcare professionals, and organizational leadership