Occupational Health Medical Director (MD/DO)

Job Description

JOIN MUNSON HEALTHCARE’S OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH TEAM!  

 

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | No Call 

 

Munson Healthcare is seeking a Medical Director for Occupational Medicine to lead clinical operations, provide direct patient care, and develop occupational health programs. As part of Munson’s Occupational Health and Medicine team, the Medical Director will oversee clinical operations, lead in the supervision of APPs, provide occupational medicine services including work-related injury care, surveillance exams, various physicals, drug/alcohol testing oversight (MRO), contribute to strategic development, enhance quality initiatives, and employer consulting. In addition, you will have an opportunity to lead and expand the Travel Health Clinic. 

 

The Benefits of Working at Munson 

 

• Competitive market-based compensation 

• Full benefits, paid holidays, and generous paid time off 

• CME Allowance

• Professional Liability

• Sign On Bonus 

• Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting  

• Wellness plans, an employee assistance program and employee discounts    

 

Ready to make a difference? Position Highlights Include: 

 

• Clinical (75%), Administrative (25%) 

• Provide clinical occupational health services, evaluate and treat occupational injuries and illnesses, and perform specialty examinations to patients, employers, and payors.

• Specialty examinations include: employment physicals, DOT physical exams, respiratory physical exams, merchant mariner exams, return to work exams, and fit for duty exams.

• Treatment of occupational injuries and illnesses include: evaluating and treatment of acute sprains and strains, diagnosis and management of cumulative trauma disorders, laceration treatment and care, general injury care, minor wound care, and post-exposure care.  

• Lead/support development of quality initiatives and other programs to continually improve cost effectiveness and quality of services and patient and client satisfaction 

• Serve as the Medical Review Officer (“MRO”) for the program 

• Provides routine occupational injury/illness care, follow-up, and referral. Provide case management support for complex/long-term claims. 

• Provide leadership, direction and coordination of all clinical activities involving professional medical judgment. Cooperate with Management to ensure comprehensive delivery of services and quality patient care while accomplishing center objectives. Evaluate medical procedures and everyday situations and suggest ways to improve delivery of service and profitability. 

• Assist the personnel at the Clinic in establishing, implementing and administering policies and procedures to ensure the consistency, quality, appropriateness and medical necessity of all professional services provided at the Clinic. 

• Coordinate the development of appropriate policies and procedures necessary to assure the maintenance of licensing, certification and accreditations, and to meet the requirements of various reviewing organizations. 

 

Standard

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Occupational Medicine 

• MI license or eligible for medical licensure in the State of Michigan 

• DEA & BLS 

• Registration with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, preferred. (Obtain within 3 months of employment) 

• Medical Review Officer certification required (or must be obtained within 6 months). 

• Opportunity to become and Aviation Medical Examiner (FAA examiner), now offered by the current Medical Director

• Knowledge of Michigan’s Worker’s Compensation regulations desired, not required.

Find more than your next job. Find your community. 

• We’re northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system and we are deeply rooted in the communities we serve. That means that our patients are often our family, friends and neighbors – and it’s special to be able to care for them. And as one of the top healthcare systems to work for in Michigan by Forbes (American’s Best Employers by State 2022), we’re committed to your ongoing growth and development.  

• After work, you’ll find things to do in every season – beaches, outdoor recreation, unique restaurants, world-class wineries, arts and entertainment.   

• As a non-profit healthcare system, Munson Healthcare provides $65 million in health care programs and education, as well as free discounted and unreimbursed services.   

Munson Healthcare by the Numbers

• 8 hospitals 

• 694 licensed acute care beds 

• 212 licensed long-term care beds 

• 7,500 employees 

• 1,000 physicians 

• 63 specialties 

• 540,000 residents 

• We cover 14,667 square miles – about the size of Vermont and Delaware combined. 

• Munson Healthcare Home Health and Munson Healthcare Hospice serve 29 counties.   

Why Choose Munson Healthcare 

• Balance – Get out on the water, in the woods, on the trails or around town   

• Opportunity – Be a part of northern Michigan’s leading healthcare team with opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the healthcare system  

• Flexibility – A career that can change as your life changes   

• Teamwork – Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work!     

About Traverse City, Michigan    

Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City is a vibrant, four-season resort community renowned for its stunning natural beauty, cultural attractions, and exceptional quality of life. Highlights include:    

• Outdoor Recreation: Endless opportunities for skiing, hiking, biking, boating, and golfing in a region surrounded by pristine lakes, forests, and trails.    

• Cultural Hub: Home to the National Cherry Festival, vibrant arts scenes, award-winning wineries, and a burgeoning culinary landscape.    

• Top-Rated Schools: Excellent public and private schools, making it an ideal place for families.    

• Accessibility: Convenient regional airport with direct flights to major cities, ensuring easy travel for professional and personal needs.   

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer   

Munson Healthcare grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.  

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.