Physician, Occupational Medicine

NorthBay Health; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 238,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Retention bonus

Incentives

Income guarantee

Work-life balance

Team environment

Job summary

NorthBay Health seeks a Board-Certified Occupational Medicine physician to join our Northern California health system. The Occupational Health team focuses on pre-employment and post-injury care in outpatient settings with no call responsibilities, fostering employee health and wellness.

The role emphasizes preventive care, injury management, and a collaborative approach within a multidisciplinary team to support a safe, healthy workforce across industries.

Qualifications

• Provide and manage occupational health services including pre-employment and post-injury care.
• Manage worker’s compensation and injury management.
• Perform physicals and fitness-for-duty evaluations.
• Ensure OSHA/DOT and other regulatory compliance for workplace health and safety.
• Coordinate with employers, case managers, and other providers.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat work-related injuries and illnesses, including musculoskeletal injuries and respiratory conditions.
• Conduct pre-employment physicals, return-to-work assessments, and fitness-for-duty evaluations.
• Provide preventive services, including vaccinations and health promotion initiatives.
• Collaborate with employers and care teams to implement treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Board-certified Occupational Medicine

Strong diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO

California Medical License

Job description

Job Description

NorthBay Health seeks a Board-Certified, Licensed Physician specializing in Occupational Medicine to join our highly regarded health system in Northern California. Situated between the San Francisco Bay Area, Napa Valley, and Sacramento, which offers the perfect setting for healthy and active living.

Job Description

NorthBay Health seeks a Board-Certified, Licensed Physician specializing in Occupational Medicine to join our highly regarded health system in Northern California. Situated between the San Francisco Bay Area, Napa Valley, and Sacramento, which offers the perfect setting for healthy and active living. The Occupational Health Physician will provide and manage a consistent load of patients, including both pre-employment and post-injury cases, treat related injuries and conditions - musculoskeletal issues, sprains, strains, contusions, laceration, exposures. physicals, stress tests, fitness for duty assessments. At NorthBay Health, we are committed to providing high-quality, accessible healthcare, and ensuring that every patient and family feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey. Our Occupational Medicine department plays a key role in delivering preventive care, treatment for work-related injuries, and promoting employee health and wellness across a variety of industries.

Position Overview

• Scheduling needs: Part time 0.6 FTE , 3 days a week and possibly more days needed.
• Clinic Schedule: Monday-Friday, Clinic hours, 40 hours a week, 8-hour shifts, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Responsibilities: Focus on providing occupational health services, including worker’s compensation care, preventive health, and injury management
• Average Patient Census: 20 per day, 100 per week (Adults) . Manage a consistent load of patients, including both pre-employment and post-injury cases
• Team Support: Collaborative team of physicians, nurses, and support staff in an interdisciplinary setting
• Work Environment: Outpatient setting, no call responsibilities. Practice offers a supportive and team-oriented environment with a focus on employee health and safety

Key Responsibilities

• Procedures Common and Requirements: physicals and assessments injury care laceration suturing foreign body in eye removal. Any injury triaged to the ED - life threatening, loss of limb, acute cardiac or neurological event.
• Workplace Injury Management: Diagnose and treat work-related injuries and illnesses, including musculoskeletal injuries, respiratory conditions, and workplace exposures
• Health Assessments: Conduct pre-employment physicals, return-to-work assessments, and fitness-for-duty evaluations
• Preventive Care: Provide preventive services, including vaccinations, screenings, and health promotion initiatives
• Collaborative Care: Work with other healthcare providers, case managers, and employers to develop and implement treatment plans
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements for workplace health and safety
• Education: Provide guidance and education to employers and employees regarding workplace health and safety protocols
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely medical records in compliance with regulations

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: MD or DO degree
• Certification: Board-certified in Occupational Medicine, or eligibility to obtain certification
• Licensure: Valid medical license to practice in California
• Experience: Experience in Occupational Medicine or a related field preferred
• Skills: Strong diagnostic, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment

Compensation: Employed model (W2) 0.6 FTE

• Income Guarantee $206,580.60
• Sign on bonus up to $30,000
• Relocation assistance up to $15,000
• Retention bonus eligible end of year 2
• Quality Incentive beginning year 3
• A positive work-life balance
• Collaborative and energized clinical teams

About Us

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health's True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics. We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions. We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life, disability, and long-term care coverage
• paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement
• a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• education reimbursement for eligible roles
• professional development and training programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• welfare programs
• recognition programs
• shift differentials
• market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1-5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs. Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.

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