VP Employee Health Services
6 days ago
West Orange
Job DescriptionPosition Overview The Vice President of Employee Health Services acts as the chief clinical executive within our organization’s Employee Health & Wellness division, offering leadership across all clinical operations related to Corporate Care and Employee Health. This physician leader is tasked with developing, standardizing, and enhancing clinical protocols, quality systems, safety measures, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Additionally, the VP plays a crucial role in business development by serving as the clinical authority who engages with external clients and oversees all corporate care contracts. This position encompasses a balance of 50% active clinical practice and 50% administrative and strategic leadership, ensuring both direct clinical excellence and comprehensive oversight of system-wide initiatives. The VP collaborates closely with the Senior Vice President of Corporate Care/Employee Health and supervises the clinical staff within Employee Health Services. This role requires collaboration with operational, HR, Legal, Risk, and executive stakeholders, acting as the primary clinical liaison both internally and externally. Reporting Structure • The Vice President of Employee Health Services reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Physician Services.Qualifications, • MD or DO with an active or eligible medical license in New Jersey., • Board certification is required, with a strong preference for Occupational Medicine., • A minimum of 5 years in senior clinical leadership roles within Occupational Medicine or Employee Health., • At least 5 years of clinical practice in Occupational Medicine following residency., • DOT Medical Examiner certification or the ability to obtain it within six months., • MRO certification or the ability to secure it within six months., • Preferred advanced administrative or executive training (MPH, MBA, MHA, MPA, or equivalent)., • Proven success in leading multi-site teams, clinical operations, and regulatory initiatives., • Demonstrated history of quality improvement, standardization, and operational transformation.Key ResponsibilitiesExecutive Clinical Leadership, • Provides strategic clinical guidance and leadership for all Employee Health & Occupational Medicine services, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission, regulatory standards, and priorities., • Acts as the clinical executive liaison to senior leadership, regional leaders, Human Resources, Legal, Risk Management, Infection Prevention, and external employer clients., • Leads the creation, approval, and implementation of clinical policies, protocols, practice standards, and workflows across the system.Clinical Oversight & Quality, • Ensures the high-quality delivery of all occupational and employee health services, including but not limited to:, • Pre-employment and post-offer medical evaluations., • Management and assessment of Workers’ Compensation injuries., • Fit-for-duty evaluations., • Return-to-work assessments., • Evaluation and follow-up for bloodborne pathogen exposure., • Compliance with immunizations, infectious disease surveillance, respirator clearances, and drug and alcohol testing (this list is illustrative, not exhaustive)., • Establishes clinical quality dashboards, KPIs, and performance improvement initiatives to promote safety, standardization, reliability, and regulatory compliance., • Ensures adherence to OSHA, CDC, NJDOH, ADA, DOT, Joint Commission, and all relevant state and federal regulations.Provider Leadership, • Directly oversees physicians and the Director of Clinical Services, with Advanced Practice Providers reporting through the Director across regional hubs., • Responsible for recruiting and retaining top talent to maintain clinical excellence across all locations., • Manages credentialing, privileging, competency assessments, and compliance with scope of practice., • Encourages a culture of accountability, professional growth, high performance, and excellence.Clinical Practice (50% FTE), • Maintains an active clinical practice, conducting various occupational and employee health evaluations and serving as the clinical escalation point for complex or sensitive cases., • Models evidence-based, efficient, and service-oriented clinical care.Innovation, Trends & Best Practices, • Stays informed about and integrates emerging trends in Occupational Medicine, Employee Health, population health, regulatory policies, and healthcare delivery., • Identifies and advocates for innovative models, technologies, and process enhancements to improve service quality, automation, efficiency, and the overall client/employee experience., • Paid Time Off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave., • Retirement Plans., • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance., • Dental and Vision Insurance., • Disability and Life Insurance., • Paid Parental Leave., • Tuition Reimbursement., • Support for Student Loan Planning., • Flexible Spending Accounts., • Wellness Programs., • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)., • Community and Volunteer Opportunities., • Discounts through our partners, including local sports teams and services. Our organization strives to make a significant impact in local communities throughout the region. From enhancing the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, our efforts greatly benefit the state. We recognize the evolving needs of residents, whether that involves improving the coordination of care for complex health conditions or enhancing community health through local programs and education.