Occupational Medicine Physician - Medical Director Opportunity

MaineGeneral Health; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 230,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Away

CME support and time

Educational Loan Assistance

Supportive work environment

Job summary

MaineGeneral Health in Maine's central region is seeking a physician for an Occupational Medicine Clinic with potential medical directorship. The role emphasizes evidence-based occupational medicine and a leadership track within Workplace Health.

Responsibilities include balancing direct patient care with administrative duties, directing staff development, and overseeing contracts while maintaining compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• Must have board certification in Occupational Medicine or eligibility in related primary care fields.
• Minimum three years of occupational medicine experience; urgent care, family or emergency medicine acceptable.
• Knowledge of workers’ compensation, transportation regulations and occupational safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Balance two days of direct patient care with three days of administrative and leadership duties.
• Lead, inspire and train clinical and administrative staff.
• Present and participate in educational programs including CAOHC and NIOSH respirator training.
• Oversee state and federal contracts and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Evidence-based medicine

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership & staff development

Public speaking

Program growth strategy

Education

Board certification in Occupational Medicine

Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine eligibility

Three years occupational medicine experience

FMCSA National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners

Medical Review Officer (MRO) certification

Job description

Physician for Occupational Medicine Clinic with Opportunity for Medical Directorship

MaineGeneral's Workplace Health team is seeking a physician who is passionate about evidence-based occupational medicine and interested medical directorship within the organization. Work together collegially, along with physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses, medical assistants, health coaches, dietitians, and administrative staff. Employee Health Services, Workplace Health clinics operation between 8:00 am and 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. There is no call and evening and weekend work is rare.

Competitive Candidate Qualifications

• Board certified of board eligible in Occupational Medicine (preferred) or Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine (considered).

• Minimum three years of occupational medicine experience; urgent care, family medicine or emergency medicine experience acceptable.

• Ability and willingness to practice evidence-based occupational medicine in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

• Current or future certification as a FMCSA National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners physician.

• Current or future certification as a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

• Strong working knowledge of workplace regulatory frameworks, including workers' compensation, transportation regulations, and occupational safety requirements.

Medical Director Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to lead, inspire, and train clinical and administrative staff.

• Comfortable balancing two days of direct patient care with three days of administrative and leadership duties, including staff development, consultations, and oversight of state and federal contracts.

• Approachable, supportive and engaged with the team, fostering collaboration and open communication.

• Strong communication skills, empathy, and alignment with MaineGeneral Health's values and standards.

• Willing to participate in and present at educational programs, including CAOHC and NIOSH respirator training.

• Skilled in delivering effective presentations for internal and external audiences.

• Capable of making strategic, informed decisions that support program growth and direction.

Workplace Health Service Area and Operations

• MaineGeneral Workplace Health provides occupational health services across Kennebec and Somerset counties in central Maine, including Augusta, the state capital.

• A significant portion of the team's work involves State of Maine governmental organizations, offering consultation and health surveillance for state employees.

• The program operates multiple industry site clinics, staffed by medical and nursing professionals, giving team members exposure to a wide variety of workplace environments and occupational health needs.

In addition to joining a thriving team and traditional employment benefits enjoy the following:

Generous Time Away:At MaineGeneral, we recognize the importance of time for rest and rejuvenation. Enjoy generous time off, ensuring you have the opportunity to recharge and achieve work-life balance.

Continuing Medical Education (CME): Your growth and development are essential to us. We provide additional CME time and support to empower you to expand your skill sets and stay at the forefront of medical advancements.

Educational Loan Assistance Program:We understand the financial burden of education and are committed to supporting your career journey with a substantial educational loan assistance benefit.

MaineGeneral Medical Center offers exceptional, supportive work environment where teams are empowered to thrive. Joining the organization means becoming part of a collaborative group dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care.