Occupational Health Services Physician

Sturdy Memorial Hospital

MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$196,992.72–$313,150.49 Per Year
SKILLS
Business Skills, Business Strategy, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Clinical Medicine, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Disability Accommodations, Ergonomics, Family Medicine, Fitness, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Healthcare, Hospital, Hospital Systems, Identify Issues, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Internal Medicine, Maintain Compliance, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, OSHA, Occupational Health, Osteopathy, People Management, Physical Chemistry, Physical Demands, Preventive Medicine, Productivity Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Retirement Plan, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Training, Surveillance, Team Player, Treatment Evaluation, Vaccination
LOCATION
MA
POSTED
30+ days ago

The Occupational Health Service Line Development Physician is a specialized clinical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and expanding occupational health programs within a hospital system, clinic or private organization. This role integrates clinical expertise with business strategy, regulatory compliance, and workplace safety initiatives to promote and maintain the physical, mental, and social well-being of employees.

The physician focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and managing work-related injuries and illnesses, while supporting organizational goals such as reducing workplace risk, improving productivity, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Impact on Organization:

These physicians improve employer bottom lines by reducing injury downtime, managing workers'' compensation costs, and boosting employee productivity through preventative care and efficient return-to-work strategies.

Education/Training

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

Licenses/Certification:

  • Board certification or eligibility in Occupational Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Family Medicine
  • Board certification in Occupational and Environmental Medicine (preferred)
  • Active and unrestricted MA medical license

Required Qualifications and Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of occupational health regulations and workplace safety standards
  • Expertise in both clinical care and program development/administration
  • Excellent diagnostic and clinical decision-making abilities
  • Strong business acumen and ability to grow service lines
  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and documentation skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment

Responsibilities:

  • Provide medical evaluations and treatment for work-related injuries and illnesses among hospital staff
  • Conduct pre-employment, return-to-work, and fitness-for-duty examinations
  • Develop 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 prevent workplace incidents
  • Lead vaccination and immunization programs for healthcare personnel
  • Interpret and comply with OSHA, CDC, and other regulatory guidelines
  • Oversee workplace health surveillance programs (e.g., TB testing, respiratory fit testing)
  • Provide guidance on ergonomics and workplace accommodations
  • Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective actions
  • Maintain accurate and confidential employee health records
  • Educate staff on occupational health risks and preventive strategies

Work Environment:

  • Hospital-based clinical and administrative setting
  • Interaction with healthcare workers across various departments
  • Potential exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AGE AND DIVERSITY RELATED CRITERIA:

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

ABILITY TO FULFILL JOB EXPECTATIONS: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, and with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to perform clinical examinations and procedures
  • Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and computer use

Our complete benefits package includes:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan options
  • Continuing medical education (CME) support
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Salary Range:$196,992.72-$313,150.49

Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

About the Company

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Sturdy Memorial Hospital

We are a locally controlled, not-for-profit acute care community hospital committed to delivery of high quality, compassionate care that exceeds patient expectation. Our mission is to provide care to the sick and injured, on both an inpatient and outpatient basis, without regard to race, creed, national origin, age, gender, disability, or ability to pay.

Our hospital started in 1913 as a 15-bed facility and has now grown to be a 132-bed facility with over 1,000 employees. For over 100 years, we have been dedicated to providing our community with a full range of services. When you come to us you can expect to receive the highest quality treatment delivered with compassion and sensitivity.

Every employee, whether involved in direct patient care or working collaboratively to support patient care, is committed to providing patients with the highest quality of care throughout all hospital settings, and to transition that level of care into the community setting through partnerships across the care continuum.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, On Site Cafeteria, Paid Sick Days, Parking, Professional Development
FOUNDED
1913
WEBSITE
http://www.sturdymemorial.org