Occupational Health Physician

Job Details

Jefferson Health is a leading healthcare system in the Philadelphia region, committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, we strive to improve the health and well-being of our diverse community.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Health Physician to join our Occupational Health Network team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive occupational health care to our employees and clients, ensuring the highest standards of medical care, safety, and wellness in the workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-employment physical examinations, periodic health assessments, and fitness-for-duty evaluations.
• Diagnose and treat work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Work collaboratively with our Advanced Practice Providers.
• Participate in health and safety programs, including injury prevention, wellness initiatives, and ergonomics.
• No call, night duties, or weekends.  Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30 pm. Based at the Jefferson Abington Philadelphia office with occasional rotations at other local clinics.
• Engage in continuous professional development and participate in relevant occupational health organizations and committees.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Retirement, generous time off, medical/dental/vision 

Philadelphia, known as the "City of Brotherly Love," is steeped in American history and culture.  With its diverse neighborhoods, renowned culinary scene, and thriving arts community, Philadelphia provides a dynamic and welcoming environment.  Philadelphia was ranked the #1 most walkable city in the country by USA Today - it's easy to explore and has so many historic landmarks and neighborhoods.

Jefferson Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certification in Occ. Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related field with significant (approximately 3-5) years of occupational medicine experience.
• Valid medical license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Board certification in occupational health is a plus.
• Medical Review Officer Certification (MRO) or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Knowledge base of Workers Compensation highly desired.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.