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The Occupational Health Service Line Development Physician serves as a key clinical leader tasked with the creation, implementation, and enhancement of occupational health initiatives within a healthcare system, clinic, or private organization. This position merges clinical knowledge with business strategies, adherence to regulations, and safety protocols to foster the physical, mental, and social health of employees.

This physician is dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and management of work-related injuries and illnesses, while also aligning with organizational objectives such as minimizing workplace risks, enhancing productivity, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

By reducing downtime due to injuries, managing workers' compensation expenses, and promoting employee productivity through preventive care and effective return-to-work strategies, these physicians significantly contribute to the financial health of the organization.

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.

• Board certification or eligibility in Occupational Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine.
• Preferred: Board certification in Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
• Active and unrestricted medical license in Massachusetts.

• In-depth understanding of occupational health regulations and workplace safety standards.
• Proficiency in clinical care as well as program development and administration.
• Exceptional diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.
• Strong business insight with the capability to expand service lines.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Capacity to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Robust organizational, analytical, and documentation skills.
• Able to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.

• Conduct medical evaluations and provide treatment for work-related injuries and illnesses among hospital personnel.
• Perform pre-employment, return-to-work, and fitness-for-duty assessments.
• Design and implement occupational health programs, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor and manage employee exposure to occupational hazards, including biological, chemical, and physical risks.
• Collaborate with infection control, HR, and safety teams to mitigate workplace incidents.
• Lead vaccination and immunization initiatives for healthcare staff.
• Interpret and adhere to OSHA, CDC, and other regulatory guidelines.
• Oversee workplace health surveillance programs (e.g., TB testing, respiratory fit testing).
• Provide ergonomic guidance and workplace accommodations.
• Engage in incident investigations and recommend corrective measures.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee health records.
• Educate staff on occupational health risks and preventive measures.

• Clinical and administrative setting within a hospital.
• Interaction with healthcare professionals across various departments.
• Potential exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role and is not exhaustive of all tasks, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Consistently treats patients, colleagues, and visitors with dignity and respect, while being mindful of the diverse needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics, and cultures.

Candidates must be capable of fulfilling the essential functions of the role, including required work hours, locations, and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to their own health and safety or that of others in the workplace, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to conduct clinical examinations and procedures.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and using a computer.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan options.
• Support for continuing medical education (CME).
• Paid time off and holidays.

$196,992.72 - $313,150.49

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or disability.