Occupational Medicine Physician: Quality & Return to Work

Hackensack Meridian Health; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 220,000 - 269,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Team Health in Toms River, New Jersey seeks a Staff Physician to join our Occupational Medicine team. You will define clinical standards, mentor practitioners, and drive quality initiatives while delivering evidence-based care for work-related injuries and illnesses.

Responsibilities include performing DOT and pre-placement exams, serving as MRO, developing return-to-work plans, and ensuring compliance with workers' compensation, OSHA, and related regulations.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with a current, unrestricted New Jersey medical license.
• Board Certification in Occupational Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine is highly preferred.
• At least one year of experience in an occupational medicine setting is preferred.
• MRO and FMCSA certifications (or ability to obtain within 60 days).
• Deep knowledge of workers' compensation, OSHA regulations, and DOT requirements.
• A collaborative physician committed to quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Active DEA, CDS, and BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide Expert Patient Care: Deliver evidence-based care for work-related injuries and illnesses, including examinations, treatment plans, and specialist referrals.
• Drive Quality & Policy: Develop, implement, and monitor clinical protocols and quality assurance standards.
• Serve as a Clinical Expert: Perform specialized exams (DOT, pre-placement), act as an MRO, and conduct workplace assessments.
• Lead & Collaborate: Work with case managers, therapists, and client employers for integrated, cost-effective care and safe return-to-work plans.
• Ensure Compliance: Uphold standards per workers' compensation laws, OSHA, and federal/state regulations.

Skills

MRO certifications

FMCSA certifications

DOT requirements knowledge

Worker's compensation knowledge

OSHA regulations knowledge

Collaboration with leadership

Evidence-based practice

Education

MD or DO with NJ license

Board Certification in Occupational Medicine or related field

Active DEA, CDS, and BLS certifications

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health Team Health in Toms River, New Jersey seeks a Staff Physician to join our Occupational Medicine team. You will define clinical standards, mentor practitioners, and drive quality initiatives while delivering evidence-based care for work-related injuries and illnesses.

Responsibilities include performing DOT and pre-placement exams, serving as MRO, developing return-to-work plans, and ensuring compliance with workers' compensation, OSHA, and related regulations.