Physician - Occupational Medicine
18 days ago
Bakersfield
Job Description Job Title: Physician Specialty: Occupational Medicine Location: Bakersfield, CA Employment Type: Full-Time Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Physician to join our team and provide exceptional patient care in an occupational health setting. As a key member of the center leadership team, the Physician will focus on delivering efficient, high-quality healthcare while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. This role involves direct patient care, leadership responsibilities, and a commitment to ensuring exceptional clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: • Provide 100% direct patient care, acting as the Primary Treating Physician (PTP) for injuries, and collaborating with therapists and specialists for optimal outcomes., • Lead by example in clinical care, creating an exceptional patient experience and minimizing visit times., • Supervise clinicians and support staff, ensuring compliance with state-specific requirements for physician assistants (PA) and nurse practitioners (NP)., • Foster a professional and collaborative working environment that promotes teamwork, quality, and patient safety., • Utilize clinical systems for efficient documentation, accurate coding, charge capture, and timely follow-through on patient care orders., • Ensure compliance with state practice acts, rules, and workers’ compensation regulations., • Communicate with employers on new injuries and significant clinical updates., • Actively participate in team meetings with the Center Manager and therapists to improve case management and patient outcomes., • Maintain relationships with clients and payers, responding to inquiries within 24 hours., • Oversee staffing levels, workflows, and patient satisfaction metrics in collaboration with leadership., • Support the professional growth of staff clinicians and foster a culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement., • Monitor financial metrics and provide input for the center budget. Requirements Education and Credentials: • Graduate of an accredited medical program (M.D. or D.O.) with an unrestricted medical license in the state of employment., • Board-certified or board-eligible in ABPM, ABFM, AOA, or another state-approved medical board., • Active DEA registration., • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED; ACLS certification preferred., • NRCME Certified (DOT Medical Examiner). Experience: • Experience in occupational medicine, urgent care, family medicine, internal medicine or emergency medicine settings. Skills and Competencies: • Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify key facts and propose quality solutions., • Excellent customer service skills, demonstrating professionalism and tact., • Knowledge of occupational medicine requirements, OSHA standards, and DOT regulations., • Proficiency in reviewing clinical work and supervising staff to meet professional standards., • Ability to foster a team-oriented environment and inspire high levels of productivity and morale., • Skilled in diagnosing and treating human injuries using evidence-based approaches., • Competent in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) and other basic computer applications. Benefits: • Competitive salary with center achievement bonuses., • Work-life balance: no nights, weekends, or holidays., • CME allowance and paid time for continuing education., • Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and prescription plans., • Malpractice coverage., • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match., • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays., • Life insurance and disability coverage.